MLB on ABC: Boston Red Sox host New York Yankees in exclusive matinee presentation on June 27

Three-game ABC weekend slate includes two Chicago Cubs appearances

ESPN today announced three marquee Major League Baseball regular season games that will air exclusively on ABC during the 2026 season, showcasing the sport's iconic rivalries and compelling matchups. The ABC games are part of ESPN and MLB's innovative new rights agreement.

The ABC weekend schedule is highlighted by an exclusive matinee presentation of the New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox game on Saturday, June 27, at 1 p.m. ET. In addition, the Chicago Cubs will make two appearances on ABC, including a Sunday, August 16 contest against their historic rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals. The schedule is below.

MLB on ABC 2026 Schedule

Date Time (ET) Game Networks

Sun, June 14 3 p.m. Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants ABC, ESPN App

Sat, June 27 1 p.m. New York Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox ABC, ESPN App

Sun, Aug. 16 3 p.m. St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs ABC, ESPN App

ESPN's MLB coverage will continue to feature industry-leading production, expert analysis, and comprehensive storytelling. Additional details, including game commentators and surrounding coverage, will be announced at a later date.

ESPN will begin its new 30-game regular season slate on Wednesday, April 15 - Jackie Robinson Day - when it exclusively airs the New York Mets vs. reigning World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers game at 10 p.m. ET.

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