The Chicago Cubs could look like the same team they are now in 2026. Or they could look a whole lot different. Chicago took a big risk by trading for three-time All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker before the season with only one year left on his contract.

This is 11th series since 2000 between the Cubs and Mets at New York in which the teams have split the first two games. The Cubs have won the third game in four

Cade Horton handled his second New York City traffic jam Saturday much better than his first. After sitting through a 90-minute bus ride to the ballpark, Horton twice worked out of trouble against the New York Mets’ best hitters to win his major league debut for the Chicago Cubs.

The Mets have the second-ranked team ERA across all MLB pitching staffs (2.82). The Cubs have hit 57 homers this season, which ranks third in the league. Before this Mets vs. Cubs showdown, here's what you need to prepare for Sunday's MLB action, including viewing options.

PITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Matthew Boyd (3-2, 2.75 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, 37 strikeouts); Mets: Griffin Canning (5-1, 2.50 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 37 strikeouts)

Follow him on X and IG @theonlykilty The Chicago Cubs (22-17) are on the road on Saturday to face the New York Mets (25-14) in the second game of a three-game series after the Mets took the win on ...