What TV channel are the Detroit Tigers on tonight? How to watch Tigers vs. Cubs (June 6th)

Detroit Tigers v Chicago Cubs
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After his originally scheduled start against the Chicago White Sox was skipped on Thursday, Tarik Skubal returns to the mound on Friday night as the Detroit Tigers open a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs. The series between the Tigers and Cubs has the potential to be a World Series preview, and that is why it is getting special treatment on Friday night. Instead of traditional television, the game will be broadcast exclusively on Apple TV+

In its third season, Friday Night Games on Apple TV+ are becoming a norm for Major League Baseball. And, there's a chance that Apple TV+ has an even larger presence in the seasons ahead. Austin Karp of the Sports Business Journal reports Apple TV could be in a strong position to land more MLB rights following ESPN's decision to scale back its baseball coverage.

The good news is that there is an easy way to watch Friday's game between the Tigers and Cubs, as it will be one of the more prominent series played across Major League Baseball's weekend slate. The visual presentation will also match the hype, as Friday's game will be displayed in 4K.

Here's how to watch Cubs-Tigers on Apple TV+'s Friday Night Baseball

Below is everything Tigers fans need to know to catch tonight's game:

  • Date: Friday, June 6, 2025
  • Game Time: 6:10 PM CT
  • Location: Detroit, MI
  • Stadium: Comerica Park
  • Local TV Channel: Not Available
  • National TV Channel: Apple TV+
  • Live Stream: Apple TV+

As a reminder, since the game is on Apple TV+, the game is behind a paywall.

The good news is that Apple TV+ is currently offering a seven-day free trial to new subscribers. After the trial period, the price will be $7.99/month. Tigers fans may want to take advantage of the seven-day free trial as Friday's game will be the only Apple TV+ broadcast of the season for Detroit.

The Cubs' starting pitcher has yet to be announced, but the Tigers are starting this series off the right way, putting Tarik Skubal on the bump. If you want to watch - and we're sure you do - make sure you make the proper accommodations.