The Cubs' 2019 home opener will be on Monday, April 8. (Patch Staff/Amber Fisher) Chicago, Illinois Fans of the Chicago Cubs have been counting down the days to this year's home opening, with an official web countdown clock that counts the minutes (and seconds!) until the first pitch. The clock was created by Patch, who also created the time capsule fans can add items to for future Cubbies fans. The box will be opened in 2069 when the current stadium expires its warranty. The Cubs open their 2019 campaign at Wrigley Field on Monday, April 8, against the San Diego Padres. First pitch is scheduled for 4:08 p.m. CT. Tickets for the Cubs' home opener are available online at cubs.com or by phone at 800-907-CUBS. In addition, a limited number of tickets will be sold at the Cubs Team Store at Wrigley Field on Opening Day with prices starting at $10. The regular season opens up on Thursday, April 11, when the Cubs travel to St. Louis to take on the Cardinals. First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. The game will be broadcast on FOX Sports Midwest and the audio stream can be found on MLB.com. Friday, April 12, the Cubs return home for a three-game series with the Cardinals. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.