The New York Mets and Chicago Cubs face off Thursday at Wrigley Field in the final game of a three-game set at Wrigley Field with major postseason implications.

While the Mets battle with the Cincinnati Reds and Arizona Diamondbacks for the National League's third wild card spot, the Cubs find themselves having to fight off the San Diego Padres for the top wild card seed – and home-field advantage in next week's series.

First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET with Nolan McLean pitching for the Mets and Shota Imanaga taking the mound for the Cubs in Chicago.

Here's what to know for Thursday's contest as MLB's playoff race goes down to the wire:

What time is Mets vs. Cubs game tonight?

Thursday's game between the Mets and Cubs is set for 7:40 p.m. ET at Wrigley Field.

How to watch Mets vs. Cubs game

The game will air on MLB Network and can be streamed on Fubo.

Watch MLB games on Fubo

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