Cubs vs. Cardinals: Your Free Sunday Baseball Bingo Card Awaits
Cubs vs. Cardinals: Sunday Showdown at Wrigley Field – Your Complete Guide
What’s Happening This Sunday?
The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals are facing off for Game 3 of their series this Sunday afternoon at historic Wrigley Field. This is what baseball fans call a "rubber match" – the deciding game when each team has won one game already.
How to Watch: The game airs nationally on ABC, so fans across the country can tune in to watch one of baseball’s greatest rivalries – Midwest style!
How We Got Here: The First Two Games
Game 1 (Friday) – Cubs Win!
- A classic pitchers’ duel (both starting pitchers played exceptionally well)
- The only runs came from Seiya Suzuki’s home run
- Cubs take the early series lead
Game 2 (Saturday) – Cardinals Strike Back
- Rookie Joshua Báez makes history in his MLB debut
- Hits THREE home runs in a single game!
- Cardinals even the series 1-1
Why This Game Matters: Playoff Implications
| Team | What They’re Playing For |
|---|---|
| Cubs | Chasing the Milwaukee Brewers for the NL Central division title |
| Cardinals | Scrambling for wins to secure a Wild Card spot in the October playoffs |
Every game counts down the stretch!
A Fun Tradition: Bleed Cubbie Blue Bingo Cards!
Since 2019, the Cubs blog Bleed Cubbie Blue has created special Bingo cards for nationally televised games.
How It Started
- Originally created to distract from ESPN’s commentary (which sometimes had… questionable takes)
- The booth improved over time, but fans loved the game so much they kept it going
How to Play
- Print or download the Bingo card before the game
- Mark off squares as announcers say predictable things or certain game events happen
- Get 5 in a row (horizontal, vertical, or diagonal) for BINGO!
- Blackout challenge: Try to fill the entire card for extra bragging rights
IMPORTANT: The creators strongly advise against turning this into a drinking game. As they put it: "unless you are personally trying to black out" – play responsibly!
Why Wrigley Field Makes This Special
- Known as the "cathedral of baseball"
- Located at the iconic corner of Clark and Addison
- One of the sport’s most historic and beloved ballparks
- The perfect stage for this legendary rivalry
Summary
Cubs vs. Cardinals Game 3 – Sunday at Wrigley Field on ABC
Series tied 1-1 after Suzuki’s HR (Game 1) and Báez’s historic 3-HR debut (Game 2)
High stakes: Cubs chasing division title, Cardinals fighting for Wild Card
Join the fun with Bleed Cubbie Blue’s Bingo card tradition (since 2019)
Play for blackout glory – but skip the drinking game version!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "rubber match"?
A rubber match is the deciding game in a series when both teams have won the same number of games. Since the Cubs won Game 1 and Cardinals won Game 2, Sunday’s Game 3 determines the series winner.
Who is Joshua Báez and why is his debut special?
Joshua Báez is a Cardinals rookie who made history by hitting three home runs in his very first MLB game on Saturday. This is an incredibly rare feat for any player, let alone a debut!
What’s the Bleed Cubbie Blue Bingo card?
It’s a fan-created game where you mark off squares when announcers say cliché phrases or certain predictable things happen during nationally televised Cubs games. It started in 2019 and has become a beloved tradition.
Can I play the Bingo card if I’m not at the game?
Absolutely! The Bingo cards are designed for TV viewers at home. You just need the card (usually posted on Bleed Cubbie Blue before the game) and something to mark squares with.
What time does the game start?
Check your local listings for the exact start time on ABC, as nationally televised Sunday games typically start in the early afternoon (often around 1:00-2:00 PM CT).
Enjoy the game, play some Bingo, and may the best team win!