So, you’re looking for the Cubs score yesterday and today. I get it. The itch for North Side baseball is real, especially with the way the winter is shaking out. But if you’ve been refreshing your sports app and seeing a big, fat blank screen, don't worry—your phone isn't broken.
There is no score. Honestly, there hasn't been a "score" for months.
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We are currently sitting in the middle of January 2026. In the baseball world, this is the "Hot Stove" season, not the "Hit Home Runs" season. While the Chicago Bulls were busy grinding out a 128-126 win against the Utah Jazz yesterday at the United Center, Wrigley Field is currently covered in a light dusting of frost and quiet expectations.
The Actual Chicago Cubs Score Yesterday and Today
Since it's mid-January, the Cubs score yesterday and today is technically $0-0$. Or, more accurately, N/A. The 2026 regular season doesn't actually kick off until March 26, when the Cubs host the Washington Nationals.
However, if you measure "scores" by front-office wins, the Cubs actually put up a massive number yesterday.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the Cubs officially finalized a massive five-year, $175 million contract with All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman. This isn't just a minor transaction. It’s a statement. Bregman is switching his jersey number to No. 3 because Nico Hoerner already has No. 2 locked down.
Basically, the "score" for the Cubs right now is measured in payroll and prospect capital.
Why fans are confused about the schedule
Every year, around the time of the Cubs Convention, people start searching for game times. The 2026 Cubs Convention actually starts this weekend—Friday, January 16. Because there is so much media buzz and "Live from the Convention" programming on Marquee Sports Network, it's easy to think a game is happening.
It’s not. It’s just a bunch of guys in polo shirts talking about launch angles while fans drink overpriced beer in a hotel ballroom.
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When will we see a real Cubs score?
If you’re dying for a box score that actually includes hits and errors, you’ve still got a bit of a wait. Pitchers and catchers don't even report to Mesa, Arizona until February 11.
Here is the timeline for when the Cubs score yesterday and today will actually mean something:
- February 20, 2026: This is the Spring Training opener. The Cubs will play the White Sox at Sloan Park. That will be your first real score of the year.
- March 3, 2026: An oddity on the schedule—the Cubs will play an exhibition game against Team Italy as part of the World Baseball Classic (WBC) prep.
- March 26, 2026: Opening Day. This is the one that goes in the permanent record.
The Bregman Effect on the Infield
Signing Alex Bregman changes everything. Last year, the Cubs finished with 92 wins but got bounced by Milwaukee in the Division Series. They were missing that "clutch" veteran presence. By grabbing Bregman, Jed Hoyer basically told the NL Central that the "small-market" spending habits are over.
But this creates a weird logjam. What happens to Matt Shaw? The kid hit 13 homers as a rookie and played stellar defense at third. Now, he’s likely moving to second base, which makes Nico Hoerner—a two-time Gold Glove winner—the most expensive (and talented) trade bait in the league.
What to watch while you wait
Since there's no Cubs score yesterday and today to analyze, you should probably keep an eye on the trade wires.
Rumors are swirling that the Cubs aren't done. With $70 million of Bregman's contract deferred, they still have some "funny money" to play with. There’s talk about another arm for the rotation, potentially to pair with the newly acquired Edward Cabrera.
If you're bored, you can always go back and watch the 2016 World Series highlights. Marquee has been playing them on a loop lately to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the title. It beats staring at a blank scoreboard.
Actionable Insights for Fans
Stop looking for live scores and start looking for Spring Training tickets. They usually go on sale in late January. If you're planning to head to Mesa, the games against the Yankees on March 23-24 are the ones to circle. It’s a rare Cactus League-Grapefruit League crossover because of the WBC scheduling shifts.
Keep your eyes on the Cubs Convention coverage this weekend. That’s where the real "news" scores will happen—mostly in the form of injury updates and front-office promises that may or may not come true by July.