2026 MLB playoff predictions: Experts project how standings will look at end of the regular season

Can the Yankees catch the Rays? Will the Braves hold off the Phillies? As the second half begins, we're predicting the rest ...
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The current MLB playoff teams with the flimsiest case to be called contenders

The MLB playoffs won't be decided for nearly three more months, with the Aug. 3rd trade deadline as the next major checkpoint as to who's going to play in August and September for nothing more than ...
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How the MLB playoffs work: Teams, format, dates and more

Atlanta and New York are among 12 clubs who earned the opportunity to compete for this year's World Series title. From the rest of the playoff field to the format and more, here's everything you ...

Snyder's soapbox: Please, stop expanding the MLB playoffs

We already have too many postseason teams as it is ...
Sports Illustrated

MLB Playoff Odds for Every Team: Red Sox Surging During Win Streak; Guardians Favored Over White Sox

Breaking down the playoff odds for every MLB team this season, as the Boston Red Sox have thrust themselves into the AL wild card race. The 2026 MLB All-Star break is in the rearview, and the ...
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MLB: Do the Detroit Tigers have a clear path to a comeback and a playoff dream? The key detail that keeps hope alive

After a nightmare start, the Detroit Tigers have sparked a turnaround. Now, with one of the softest remaining schedules in ...

MLB All-Stars reveal their focus for a second-half playoff push

MLB All-Stars reveal their focus for a second-half playoff push ...
Sports Illustrated

MLB Playoff Odds and Probabilities: Every Team's Chances to Make MLB Postseason

We're now two months into the MLB season, so teams have begun to separate in the standings. That makes this the perfect time to take a look at each team's chances to make this year's postseason.