Cubs Look to Rebound Against Angels in Home Series

Chicago hosts Los Angeles for three games after disappointing start to season

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:27pm

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The Chicago Cubs (1-2) will host the Los Angeles Angels (2-2) for a three-game series at Wrigley Field, as both teams look to bounce back from uneven starts to the 2026 MLB season. The Cubs dropped two of three games to the Washington Nationals in their opening series, while the Angels split a four-game set with the Houston Astros. The Angels' lineup features power threats like Mike Trout, Jorge Soler, and Jo Adell, though their pitching staff struggled in 2025. The Cubs will counter with a mix of veteran and young talent, including newcomer Drew Cabrera making his team debut on Monday.

Why it matters

This early-season series provides an opportunity for the Cubs to even their record and build momentum before their first road trip, while the Angels aim to prove they can compete with a tough AL West opponent. The matchup also features several intriguing individual storylines, including former Cubs and White Sox players facing their old teams.

The details

The Cubs will send veteran right-hander Drew Cabrera to the mound for his team debut on Monday, followed by left-hander Justin Boyd on Tuesday and righty Marcus Stroman on Wednesday. The Angels counter with José Soriano, Yusei Kikuchi, and a to-be-determined starter. Chicago's lineup features power bats like Alex Bregman and Miguel Amaya, while Los Angeles will rely on stars like Mike Trout, Jorge Soler, and Jo Adell to provide the offense.

  • The series begins on Monday, March 30 at 6:40pm CT.
  • Game two is on Tuesday, March 31 at 6:40pm CT.
  • The series finale is on Wednesday, April 1 at 1:20pm CT.

The players

Mike Trout

Superstar outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels who is one of the best players in baseball when healthy.

Drew Cabrera

New starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs making his team debut in the series opener.

Alex Bregman

Cubs infielder who hit two home runs in the team's final game of their opening series.

Miguel Amaya

Young Cubs catcher who had two RBIs and a home run in his first game of the season.

Jo Adell

Angels outfielder who broke out with 37 home runs in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to get back home and play in front of our fans. The first series didn't go as planned, but it's a long season and we have a great opportunity to bounce back against a tough Angels team.”

— David Ross, Cubs Manager

“Our pitching staff has to be better if we want to compete in the AL West. We're facing a tough Cubs lineup, but I know our guys are up for the challenge.”

— Kurt Suzuki, Angels Manager

What’s next

The Cubs will hit the road for the first time this season after the Angels series, traveling to face the St. Louis Cardinals in a four-game set starting on April 4.

The takeaway

This early-season series between the Cubs and Angels provides an opportunity for both teams to gain momentum and prove they can compete with quality opponents. The matchup features intriguing individual storylines and a mix of veteran stars and young up-and-coming talent on both sides.