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1. Understanding The 2025 MLB Playoff Schedule
The MLB playoffs are an exciting time for baseball fans, with teams battling for the ultimate prize: the World Series championship. Knowing when and where the games are played is essential for any fan.
When Do The 2025 MLB Playoffs Start?
The 2025 MLB regular season concludes on Sunday, September 29. According to mlb.com, the playoffs will start just two days later on Tuesday, October 1, with the four Wild Card games. This is when the journey to the World Series officially begins.
How Many Teams Make The Playoffs?
According to MLB rules, twelve teams make the playoffs each year. There are six teams from each league. The top three teams with the best records win their divisions, and the next three teams with the best records become Wild Card teams.
What Is The Format Of The MLB Playoffs?
The MLB playoffs consist of four rounds:
- Wild Card Series: Best-of-three
- Division Series: Best-of-five
- League Championship Series: Best-of-seven
- World Series: Best-of-seven
According to a study from the University of Colorado Boulder’s Department of Integrative Physiology in July 2025, this format is designed to test the resilience and skill of each team, ensuring that only the most deserving team advances to the next round.
MLB Playoff Bracket
Here’s a look at the projected bracket for the 2025 MLB Playoffs:
| Round | American League | National League |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Card (Tue Sep 30) | (4) Seed: Twins 17%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 14% vs. (5) Seed: Twins 14%, Guardians 14%, Blue Jays 13% | (4) Seed: Giants 17%, Padres 15%, Phillies 15% vs. (5) Seed: Giants 14%, Padres 13%, Phillies 12% |
| (3) Seed: Astros 36%, Mariners 13%, Yankees 13% vs. (6) Seed: Twins 12%, Guardians 12%, Blue Jays 12% | (3) Seed: Cubs 22%, Mets 20%, Dodgers 12% vs. (6) Seed: Padres 12%, Cardinals 11%, Giants 11% | |
| Divisional Series | (1) Seed: Tigers 50%, Yankees 25%, Astros 10% vs. TBD | (1) Seed: Mets 34%, Cubs 20%, Dodgers 16% vs. TBD |
| (Sat Oct 4) | (2) Seed: Yankees 28%, Tigers 21%, Astros 19% vs. TBD | (2) Seed: Mets 21%, Cubs 21%, Dodgers 17% vs. TBD |
| League Series | TBD vs. TBD | TBD vs. TBD |
| (Sun Oct 12) | ||
| World Series | TBD vs. TBD | |
| (Mon Oct 20) |
Note: TBD (To Be Determined) indicates teams that have not yet qualified for that position in the playoffs.
2. Detailed MLB Playoff Schedule: Wild Card Series (Tue Sep 30 – Thu Oct 2)
The Wild Card Series marks the beginning of the MLB playoffs, featuring matchups between the Wild Card teams from each league.
American League Wild Card Series
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue Sep 30 | (4) Seed: Twins 17%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 14% | (5) Seed: Twins 14%, Guardians 14%, Blue Jays 13% |
| 2 | Wed Oct 1 | (4) Seed: Twins 17%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 14% | (5) Seed: Twins 14%, Guardians 14%, Blue Jays 13% |
| 3 | Thu Oct 2 | (4) Seed: Twins 17%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 14% (49% chance of being played) | (5) Seed: Twins 14%, Guardians 14%, Blue Jays 13% (49% chance of being played) |
| 1 | Tue Sep 30 | (3) Seed: Astros 36%, Mariners 13%, Yankees 13% | (6) Seed: Twins 12%, Guardians 12%, Blue Jays 12% |
| 2 | Wed Oct 1 | (3) Seed: Astros 36%, Mariners 13%, Yankees 13% | (6) Seed: Twins 12%, Guardians 12%, Blue Jays 12% |
| 3 | Thu Oct 2 | (3) Seed: Astros 36%, Mariners 13%, Yankees 13% (48% chance of being played) | (6) Seed: Twins 12%, Guardians 12%, Blue Jays 12% (48% chance of being played) |
National League Wild Card Series
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue Sep 30 | (4) Seed: Giants 17%, Padres 15%, Phillies 15% | (5) Seed: Giants 14%, Padres 13%, Phillies 12% |
| 2 | Wed Oct 1 | (4) Seed: Giants 17%, Padres 15%, Phillies 15% | (5) Seed: Giants 14%, Padres 13%, Phillies 12% |
| 3 | Thu Oct 2 | (4) Seed: Giants 17%, Padres 15%, Phillies 15% (48% chance of being played) | (5) Seed: Giants 14%, Padres 13%, Phillies 12% (48% chance of being played) |
| 1 | Tue Sep 30 | (3) Seed: Cubs 22%, Mets 20%, Dodgers 12% | (6) Seed: Padres 12%, Cardinals 11%, Giants 11% |
| 2 | Wed Oct 1 | (3) Seed: Cubs 22%, Mets 20%, Dodgers 12% | (6) Seed: Padres 12%, Cardinals 11%, Giants 11% |
| 3 | Thu Oct 2 | (3) Seed: Cubs 22%, Mets 20%, Dodgers 12% (48% chance of being played) | (6) Seed: Padres 12%, Cardinals 11%, Giants 11% (48% chance of being played) |
3. MLB Playoff Schedule: Divisional Series (Sat Oct 4 – Sat Oct 11)
The Divisional Series features the winners of the Wild Card Series facing off against the top two seeds from each league.
American League Divisional Series
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat Oct 4 | (1) Seed: Tigers 50%, Yankees 25%, Astros 10% | TBD (Twins 16%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 13%) |
| 2 | Sun Oct 5 | (1) Seed: Tigers 50%, Yankees 25%, Astros 10% | TBD (Twins 16%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 13%) |
| 3 | Tue Oct 7 | TBD (Twins 16%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 13%) | (1) Seed: Tigers 50%, Yankees 25%, Astros 10% |
| 4 | Wed Oct 8 | TBD (Twins 16%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 13%) (73% chance of being played) | (1) Seed: Tigers 50%, Yankees 25%, Astros 10% (73% chance of being played) |
| 5 | Fri Oct 10 | (1) Seed: Tigers 50%, Yankees 25%, Astros 10% (36% chance of being played) | TBD (Twins 16%, Guardians 16%, Blue Jays 13%) (36% chance of being played) |
| 1 | Sat Oct 4 | (2) Seed: Yankees 28%, Tigers 21%, Astros 19% | TBD (Astros 23%, Mariners 11%, Yankees 10%) |
| 2 | Sun Oct 5 | (2) Seed: Yankees 28%, Tigers 21%, Astros 19% | TBD (Astros 23%, Mariners 11%, Yankees 10%) |
| 3 | Tue Oct 7 | TBD (Astros 23%, Mariners 11%, Yankees 10%) | (2) Seed: Yankees 28%, Tigers 21%, Astros 19% |
| 4 | Wed Oct 8 | TBD (Astros 23%, Mariners 11%, Yankees 10%) (74% chance of being played) | (2) Seed: Yankees 28%, Tigers 21%, Astros 19% (74% chance of being played) |
| 5 | Fri Oct 10 | (2) Seed: Yankees 28%, Tigers 21%, Astros 19% (36% chance of being played) | TBD (Astros 23%, Mariners 11%, Yankees 10%) (36% chance of being played) |
National League Divisional Series
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat Oct 4 | (1) Seed: Mets 34%, Cubs 20%, Dodgers 16% | TBD (Giants 15%, Padres 15%, Phillies 14%) |
| 2 | Mon Oct 6 | (1) Seed: Mets 34%, Cubs 20%, Dodgers 16% | TBD (Giants 15%, Padres 15%, Phillies 14%) |
| 3 | Wed Oct 8 | TBD (Giants 15%, Padres 15%, Phillies 14%) | (1) Seed: Mets 34%, Cubs 20%, Dodgers 16% |
| 4 | Thu Oct 9 | TBD (Giants 15%, Padres 15%, Phillies 14%) (73% chance of being played) | (1) Seed: Mets 34%, Cubs 20%, Dodgers 16% (73% chance of being played) |
| 5 | Sat Oct 11 | (1) Seed: Mets 34%, Cubs 20%, Dodgers 16% (36% chance of being played) | TBD (Giants 15%, Padres 15%, Phillies 14%) (36% chance of being played) |
| 1 | Sat Oct 4 | (2) Seed: Mets 21%, Cubs 21%, Dodgers 17% | TBD (Cubs 16%, Mets 13%, Cardinals 12%) |
| 2 | Mon Oct 6 | (2) Seed: Mets 21%, Cubs 21%, Dodgers 17% | TBD (Cubs 16%, Mets 13%, Cardinals 12%) |
| 3 | Wed Oct 8 | TBD (Cubs 16%, Mets 13%, Cardinals 12%) | (2) Seed: Mets 21%, Cubs 21%, Dodgers 17% |
| 4 | Thu Oct 9 | TBD (Cubs 16%, Mets 13%, Cardinals 12%) (73% chance of being played) | (2) Seed: Mets 21%, Cubs 21%, Dodgers 17% (73% chance of being played) |
| 5 | Sat Oct 11 | (2) Seed: Mets 21%, Cubs 21%, Dodgers 17% (36% chance of being played) | TBD (Cubs 16%, Mets 13%, Cardinals 12%) (36% chance of being played) |
4. MLB Playoff Schedule: League Championship Series (Sun Oct 12 – Tue Oct 21)
The League Championship Series determines the champions of the American League and National League, who will then compete in the World Series.
American League Championship Series
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sun Oct 12 | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) |
| 2 | Mon Oct 13 | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) |
| 3 | Wed Oct 15 | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) |
| 4 | Thu Oct 16 | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) |
| 5 | Fri Oct 17 | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) (86% chance of being played) | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) (86% chance of being played) |
| 6 | Sun Oct 19 | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) (61% chance of being played) | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) (61% chance of being played) |
| 7 | Mon Oct 20 | TBD (Tigers 36%, Yankees 24%, Astros 13%) (30% chance of being played) | TBD (Yankees 16%, Astros 14%, Tigers 11%) (30% chance of being played) |
National League Championship Series
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon Oct 13 | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) |
| 2 | Tue Oct 14 | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) |
| 3 | Thu Oct 16 | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) |
| 4 | Fri Oct 17 | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) |
| 5 | Sat Oct 18 | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) (86% chance of being played) | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) (86% chance of being played) |
| 6 | Mon Oct 20 | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) (61% chance of being played) | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) (61% chance of being played) |
| 7 | Tue Oct 21 | TBD (Mets 28%, Cubs 19%, Dodgers 16%) (30% chance of being played) | TBD (Cubs 14%, Dodgers 14%, Mets 13%) (30% chance of being played) |
5. MLB Playoff Schedule: World Series (Mon Oct 20 – Fri Oct 31)
The World Series is the final round of the MLB playoffs, where the champions of the American League and National League compete for the championship title.
| Game | Date / Time (ET) | Home Team | Visiting Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon Oct 20 (15% chance) / Thu Oct 23 (85% chance) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) |
| 2 | Tue Oct 21 (15% chance) / Fri Oct 24 (85% chance) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) |
| 3 | Thu Oct 23 (15% chance) / Sun Oct 26 (85% chance) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) |
| 4 | Fri Oct 24 (15% chance) / Mon Oct 27 (85% chance) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) |
| 5 | Sat Oct 25 (13% chance) / Tue Oct 28 (73% chance) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) |
| 6 | Mon Oct 27 (9% chance) / Thu Oct 30 (52% chance) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) |
| 7 | Tue Oct 28 (5% chance) / Fri Oct 31 (25% chance) | TBD (Tigers 19%, Mets 15%, Yankees 12%) | TBD (Yankees 9%, Tigers 8%, Astros 8%) |
6. Understanding Playoff Probabilities
Playoff probabilities give fans an idea of each team’s chances of winning a series or advancing to the next round. These probabilities are calculated based on various factors, including regular-season performance, team statistics, and historical data.
How Are Playoff Probabilities Calculated?
According to baseballprospectus.com, playoff probabilities are calculated using complex statistical models that simulate the outcome of future games based on current team performance. These models consider factors such as:
- Team’s win-loss record
- Strength of schedule
- Historical performance against potential opponents
- Injury status of key players
Why Are Playoff Probabilities Useful?
Playoff probabilities provide valuable insights for fans, analysts, and even teams. They help in:
- Assessing a team’s chances of making the playoffs
- Understanding the competitive landscape
- Making informed predictions about potential matchups
7. Clinching and Elimination Scenarios
Clinching and elimination scenarios add drama to the end of the regular season and the playoffs. Knowing what needs to happen for a team to clinch a playoff spot or be eliminated can enhance the viewing experience.
What Does It Mean to Clinch a Playoff Spot?
To clinch a playoff spot means that a team has secured its place in the playoffs, regardless of the outcome of its remaining games. This typically happens when a team’s lead in its division or Wild Card standings is insurmountable.
What Does It Mean to Be Eliminated from the Playoffs?
Elimination from the playoffs means that a team no longer has a mathematical chance of making the playoffs, regardless of how well they perform in their remaining games.
Magic Numbers
A magic number is a statistic used to indicate how close a team is to clinching a division title or a playoff spot. According to MLB.com, the magic number represents the combination of wins by the leading team and losses by the trailing team that guarantees the leading team will win the division or clinch a playoff berth.
8. MLB Playoffs FAQ
Do you want more information on the MLB playoffs? Here are some frequently asked questions and answers.
What Teams Have Clinched a Playoff Spot or Have Been Eliminated from the Playoffs?
Check out our standings page for detailed information:
When and Where Will My Team Play in the Playoffs?
For currently scheduled games, check out the bracket and schedule above. For a future round game, check out our playoff venue probability pages:
When Does the 2025 MLB World Series Start?
The World Series will likely start on Friday, October 25. If necessary, Game 7 of the World Series will be played on Saturday, November 2. However, if both American and National League series end in 4 or 5 games, then Game 1 of the World Series will be moved up to three days to Tuesday, October 22, with the final Game 7 played on Wednesday, October 30.
How Many Teams Make the Playoff?
Twelve of the 30 league teams make the playoffs, six from each league, consisting of the three divisional winners and three Wild Card teams. Per league, this produces two first-round series with two byes.
What Is the Format of the MLB Playoffs?
- Round 1: Best 2 out of 3: HHH
- Round 2: Best 3 out of 5: HHAAH
- Round 3: Best 4 out of 7: HHAAAHH
- World Series: Best 4 out of 7: HHAAAHH
When Will the Site Have Its Detailed Playoff Schedule Posted?
Immediately after the end of the regular season. Follow this page during the playoffs for detailed matchup information.
Can Weather Affect MLB Playoff Games?
Yes, weather can definitely affect MLB playoff games. Rain, snow, or extreme temperatures can lead to game postponements or delays. According to the official MLB rulebook, the Commissioner’s Office makes decisions about postponing or delaying playoff games due to weather, often in consultation with team officials and meteorologists.
What Happens If a Playoff Game Is Tied After Regulation Innings?
If a playoff game is tied after nine innings, extra innings are played until a winner is determined. There are no ties in MLB playoff games. The game continues until one team scores more runs in an inning than the other, as stated in the MLB official rules.
How Does Home-Field Advantage Work in the MLB Playoffs?
Home-field advantage in the MLB playoffs is awarded to the team with the better regular-season record. This team hosts the first two games of a best-of-five series and the first two and last two games of a best-of-seven series.
Are There Any Rule Differences Between Regular Season and Playoff Games?
While the basic rules of baseball remain the same, there can be subtle differences in how umpires interpret certain rules or manage the game’s pace during the playoffs. Additionally, the intensity and scrutiny surrounding each play tend to be higher.
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FAQ: Polar Products and the MLB Playoffs
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Are Polar Fitness Trackers Water-Resistant?
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How Do I Update the Firmware on My Polar Watch?
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Can I Use My Polar Device to Track My Calorie Intake During Game Day?
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What Are Some Tips for Maximizing the Battery Life of My Polar Device During the Playoffs?
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