The 2026 MLB postseason is scheduled to start with the Wild Card round on Sept. 29, two days after the regular season ends.
Here’s the current MLB playoff bracket if the season ended today:
MLB Playoff Bracket: AL
MLB Playoff Bracket: NL
When do the MLB Playoffs Begin?
The 2026 MLB postseason will begin with the Wild Card round on Tuesday, Sept. 29.
The 2026 regular season ends on Sunday, Sept. 27.
How Many Teams Reach MLB Postseason?
A total of 12 teams will earn MLB postseason berths, with six in each league.
The top two teams in the AL and the top two teams in the NL will get a bye in the Wild Card round. Their first postseason action will come in the Divisional Series.
MLB Playoff Schedule 2026
| Round | Dates |
|---|---|
| Wild Card | Sept. 29-Oct. 1 |
| Divisional Series | Oct. 3-10 |
| League Series | Oct. 11-20 |
| World Series | Oct. 22-30 |
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