The Chicago Cubs (4-6) face the Tampa Bay Rays (5-5) on Tuesday, April 07, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET on Regional Sports Network. Javier Assad takes the mound against Drew Rasmussen. Our model gives Tampa Bay Rays a 65% edge.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Chicago Cubs at Tampa Bay Rays |
| Date | Tuesday, April 07, 2026 |
| First Pitch | 6:40 PM ET |
| Venue | Tropicana Field |
| TV | Check local listings / MLB.TV |
| Streaming | MLB.TV |
| Probable Pitchers | Javier Assad vs Drew Rasmussen |
Where to Watch CHC vs TB
The Chicago Cubs visit the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, April 07, 2026 with first pitch at 6:40 PM ET. The game will air on Regional Sports Network and can be streamed on MLB.TV.
Pitching Matchup
Javier Assad takes the mound for the Chicago Cubs against Drew Rasmussen for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Matchup Analysis
The Chicago Cubs (4-6) have a 35% win probability in our model.
The Tampa Bay Rays (5-5) are given a 65% chance with home field advantage.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
TB leads 1-0L 4-6 @ TB (Apr 06)
Recent Form
Chicago Cubs — Last 5 Games
1-4 · Streak: L2L 4-6 @ Tampa Bay RaysApr 06
L 5-6 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 05
W 1-0 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 05
L 0-0 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 04
L 1-4 @ Cleveland GuardiansApr 03
Tampa Bay Rays — Last 5 Games
3-2 · Streak: W3W 6-4 vs Chicago CubsApr 06
W 4-1 @ Minnesota TwinsApr 05
W 7-1 @ Minnesota TwinsApr 04
L 4-10 @ Minnesota TwinsApr 03
L 2-8 @ Milwaukee BrewersApr 01
See live scores: MLB Scores