You Want to Watch the Chicago Cubs? You've Come to the Right Place (Unless You're a Die-Hard Cardinals Fan)
Ah, the Chicago Cubs. A team with a history richer than a deep-dish pizza (and believe you me, Chicago does deep-dish right). But where, oh where, do you catch America's pastime played by these lovable losers...er, I mean, champions (emphasis added to appease all the Cubs fans out there). Fear not, baseball newbie (or seasoned fan in need of a refresher), for this guide will be your compass through the vast and sometimes wacky world of Cubs viewership.
So, You Live in Chicago (or Thereabouts):
Congratulations! You've got options galore, my friend. First up, there's Marquee Sports Network, the official home of the Cubs. Think of it as Wrigley Field in your living room, complete with the seventh-inning stretch singalong (minus the spilled nachos, hopefully). Just check your cable or satellite provider to see if they carry Marquee. If not, don't fret! There are other heroes in this story, like Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV, which offer Marquee Sports Network as part of their channel lineups. Think of them as your friendly neighborhood streaming services, always there to deliver a dose of Cubbie blue.
Out-of-Market Blues? We've Got You Covered:
Ah, the curse of geography. But fear not, friend from afar! MLB.TV is your knight in shining armor. This subscription service lets you watch every single Cubs game out-of-market, with just a few blackout restrictions (those pesky Cardinals again!). Think of it as your own personal MLB time machine, where you can relive the glory of 2016 whenever your heart desires.
The Frugal Fanatic (or the "Just Show Me the Highlights" Person):
Hey, we all love saving a buck (or in this case, a dollar hot dog). Here's where things get a little tricky. Local news channels often have Cubs highlights, and there's always the magic of social media. The Cubs' official channels ([PLACEHOLDER cubs twitter]) and MLB websites often post highlight reels. Just be warned, venturing into the world of free sports highlights can be a dangerous game. One minute you're watching a sweet diving catch by Seiya Suzuki, the next you're three hours deep in a rabbit hole of baseball bloopers.
In Conclusion:
There you have it, folks! Your one-stop guide to Cubs viewership. So grab your favorite Wrigley Field snack (helmet nachos, anyone?), settle in, and cheer on your favorite team. Just remember, even if the Cubs are down by a few runs in the ninth, there's always hope. After all, this is the team that came back from a 3-1 series deficit in the World Series. They're nothing if not entertaining!
