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When are the Padres playing the Cubs? MLB announces wild card game times

Published by USA TODAY Sports on September 27, 2026 at 1:25 PM ET

The Padres are set to host the Cubs in San Diego starting Tuesday, Sept. 29 for the best-of-three wild card series.

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