2026 MLB Playoffs Tracker: Bracket, schedule, results, scores, matchups for AL, NL postseason games

The 2026 MLB postseason has finally arrived. Starting with chaos in the Wild Card Series on NBC, Peacock and NBCSN, the full playoff field is packed with October veterans, the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers and youthful squads looking to make statements.

Stay up to date with every game with our tracker below.

2026 MLB Wild Card Series full schedule on NBC, Peacock and NBCSN: Matchups, times, preview

The 2026 Wild Card Series is officially set. Find out how to watch it all on NBC, Peacock and NBCSN.

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2026 MLB Playoffs bracket

2026 MLB Playoffs schedule, results, scores

AL Wild Card Series

Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees

• Game 1: Yankees 9, Red Sox 0 | Highlights
• Game 2: Yankees 9, Red Sox 2 | Highlights | Yankees outscore Red Sox 18-2 in sweep, defeating Boston for the second consecutive year in the Wild Card.

Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros

• Game 1: White Sox 6, Astros 3 | Highlights
• Game 2: White Sox 7, Astros 3 | Highlights | White Sox sweep series, winning their first playoff series since 2005.

NL Wild Card Series

Chicago Cubs vs. San Diego Padres

• Game 1: Padres 8, Cubs 0 | Highlights
• Game 2: Padres 4, Cubs 1 | Highlights | Padres stay hot with sweep over Cubs, with San Diego advancing to face the Milwaukee Brewers.

Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves

• Game 1: Braves 5, Phillies 3 | Highlights
• Game 2: Phillies 4, Braves 3 (10) | Highlights
• Game 3: October 1 - 8p ET on NBC and Peacock

How to watch Phillies vs. Braves Game 3 of 2026 MLB Wild Card Series: TV channel/ streaming info, schedule

After thrilling finishes to Games 1 and 2, the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves meet for a winner-take-all Game 3 on Thursday at 8pm ET on NBC and Peacock.

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AL Divisional Series

Chicago White Sox vs. Cleveland Guardians
New York Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Rays

NL Divisional Series

San Diego Padres vs. Milwaukee Brewers
TBD vs. Los Angeles Dodgers

AL Championship Series

TBD

NL Championship Series

TBD

World Series

TBD

2026 MLB Wild Card Series predictions: Staff picks for every playoff matchup

Staff predictions and analysis for all four matchups as the 2026 MLB Postseason gets underway.

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When does the 2026 World Series start?

The 2026 World Series will begin on Friday, October 23, running through Saturday, October 31 (depending on potential Games 5, 6 and 7).

What MLB games can I watch on NBC and Peacock?

Fans can watch the entire 2026 MLB Wild Card Series on NBC, Peacock and NBCSN. For more detailed information on how to watch every game, click here.