The St. Louis Cardinals have opened the 2026 season with a mix of power and resilience at Busch Stadium. Following a split series with the Rays and a series win over the Mets, the Redbirds are taking their momentum on the road. Whether you’re watching Andre Pallante lead the rotation or finding the game on the new Cardinals Television Network (CATV), here is your complete 2026 guide.
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2026 St. Louis Cardinals Schedule Opening Week Recap: Homestand Highlights
The Cardinals started their 2026 schedule with an extended stay in St. Louis.
- Opening Series (vs. Tampa Bay): The Cardinals took two of three from the Rays, including a 9-7 Opening Day slugfest.
- Series 2 (vs. NY Mets): St. Louis secured the series win yesterday (March 31) with a 3-0 shutout behind a dominant performance from Andre Pallante.
- Current Record: The Cardinals are 3-2 and currently sit near the top of the NL Central.
- Next Up: The Cardinals travel to Detroit to face the Tigers on April 3 at 1:10 PM CT.
How to Watch: Cardinals Television Network (CATV)
For the 2026 season, local broadcasts have transitioned to the Cardinals Television Network (CATV).
- Local TV: CATV (available on most local cable providers and satellite).
- Streaming: In-market fans can access games via the CATV App or through Fubo.
- National TV: Watch for the Cardinals on Peacock (Sunday, April 5 @ Detroit), FOX, and FS1.
- Radio: KMOX 1120 AM remains the legendary “Voice of the Cardinals.”
[FREE DOWNLOAD] 2026 Cardinals Printable Schedule (PDF)
Our signature 2026 St. Louis Cardinals printable schedule is updated for the April road trip. This high-resolution PDF includes all TV designations and holiday game times.
Download the 2026 St. Louis Cardinals Printable Schedule PDF
MLB Resources & Internal Links
- Full 2026 MLB Schedule & Key Dates
- 2026 MLB Playoff Schedule & World Series Bracket
- Printable MLB Team Schedules (All 30 Teams)
Frequently Asked Questions: 2026 St. Louis Cardinals Schedule
What happened to Bally Sports / FanDuel Sports Network Midwest?
As of the 2026 season, the Cardinals’ local broadcast rights have transitioned. Major League Baseball now produces and distributes all in-market games under the Cardinals.TV brand.
How do I watch Cardinals games on cable or satellite in 2026?
You can find Cardinals.TV on your standard sports tier. Most providers have kept the game channel in the same “neighborhood” as the previous RSN:
- DIRECTV: Channel 672
- Spectrum: Channel 362 (Digital) or 233 (Set-Top Box)
- Xfinity: Channel 1261
- AT&T U-verse: Channel 1746
- Fubo: Available in the Pro/Elite local sports packages.
Can I watch the Cardinals without a cable subscription?
Yes. For the first time in 2026, in-market fans can subscribe directly to Cardinals.TV via the MLB App for $19.99/month or $99.99 for the season. This service has no blackouts for local Cardinals broadcasts.
Which Cardinals games are on free over-the-air (OTA) TV?
Through a partnership with Gray Media, 10 regular-season games will air for free on KMOV-TV (Channel 4) in St. Louis and Matrix Midwest. Check our printable PDF above for the specific “Home Plate” broadcast dates.
Who is in the Cardinals broadcast booth for 2026?
Chip Caray returns for his fourth season as the TV play-by-play voice, joined by analysts Brad Thompson and Mark Sweeney. On the radio side, the legendary John Rooney anchors the call on KMOX 1120 AM.
