MLB playoff picture 2026: Clinching scenarios, bracket, schedule

From current playoff matchups to league races to the postseason schedule, we have everything you need to know.

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2026 MLB ABS challenge system tracker: Team, player rankings

The ABS challenge system leaderboard ranks batters, catchers, teams and umpires throughout the MLB season.

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Braves punch playoff ticket as Harris, Acuña and Olson launch 2-run homers in 6-2 win over Astros

— Michael Harris II, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson each hit a two-run homer as the Atlanta Braves clinched a playoff berth with a 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday night.

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Atlanta Braves vs. Houston Astros: Game Highlights

Atlanta Braves vs. Houston Astros: Game Highlights

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MLB playoffs 2026: Fatal October flaws for every contender

Tired of seeing your favorite team go home early in the postseason? Here's one thing each current playoff team needs to address to make a deep run.

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Braves visit the Astros to open 3-game series

Atlanta Braves (89-64, first in the NL East) vs. Houston Astros (77-76, first in the AL West)

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2026 MLB Awards Watch: MVP, Cy Young and more for September

Last chance for the candidates to make their case for MLB's biggest postseason awards.

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MLB Power Rankings Week 25: Playoff contenders on the move

Some teams have already clinched postseason berths, while others are making one last push with 11 days to go. Where do they all stand on our penultimate list?

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