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Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Chicago Cubs (89-73) visit the Cleveland Guardians (85-77) on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET, at Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio. TV: MLB.TV/Fox. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Guardians vs Chicago Cubs.

MLB · Rain - Makeup date April 5Saturday, April 4, 2026
Chicago Cubs logoChicago Cubs89-73
7:15 PM ETApr 4, 2026
Cleveland Guardians logoCleveland Guardians85-77
DateApr 4, 2026
Time7:15 PM ET
VenueProgressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio
TVMLB.TV/Fox

Team comparison

Chicago CubsCleveland Guardians
Runs per game
0.5
3.4
Runs allowed per game
6.0
3.3
89-73Record85-77
2nd in NL CentStanding1st in AL Cent
0-2Road record / home record2-4-1
LLLast 5LLLTW
L2StreakL3

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Chicago Cubs
Ben Brown RP · Neck - Fracture
Out
Riley Martin RP · Elbow - Strain
Out
Justin Steele SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Phil Maton RP · Knee - Sprain
Out
Shelby Miller RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Cleveland Guardians
Colin Holderman RP · Wrist - Surgery
Out
Kahlil Watson RF · Abdomen - Surgery
Out
Andrew Walters RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Chicago CubsLL
Sep 30, 2026 · at San Diego PadresL 1-4
Sep 29, 2026 · at San Diego PadresL 0-8
Cleveland GuardiansLLLTW
Oct 19, 2026 · at Tampa Bay RaysL 3-7
Oct 18, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysL 1-3
Oct 17, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysL 3-7
Oct 16, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysT 0-0
Oct 15, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysW 3-2

Season series

CLE wins series 2-1
Apr 5, 2026CHC 5, CLE 6
Apr 5, 2026CHC 1, CLE 0
Apr 4, 2026CHC 0, CLE 0
Apr 3, 2026CHC 1, CLE 4

Team pages

Chicago Cubs
Schedule, roster and statsCleveland Guardians
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians?

The game is on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 7:15 PM ET at Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio.

How can I watch Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians?

TV: MLB.TV/Fox.

What are the records of the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Guardians?

Chicago Cubs: 89-73. Cleveland Guardians: 85-77.

Who is injured for Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians?

Listed out or doubtful: Chicago Cubs: Ben Brown, Riley Martin, Justin Steele, Phil Maton. Cleveland Guardians: Colin Holderman, Kahlil Watson, Andrew Walters. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Guardians played?

Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio.

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