MLB playoffs 2026 tracker: Standings, schedule, clinch scenarios, tiebreakers, playoff bracket and more - sports.yahoo.com

The 2026 MLB postseason is right around the corner. And with five days left in the regular season, every team with World Series aspirations still has a lot left to play for.

Let's break down the MLB standings and the playoff picture as it looks ahead of games on Sept. 23. (This post will be updated every day until the end of the regular season.)

The Nos. 1 and 2 seeds in each league go to the division winners with the two best records. Those teams earn a bye through the wild-card round and home-field advantage in the division series. The Rays (clinched No. 1), Guardians , Brewers (clinched No. 2 or better) and Dodgers are in line to claim those seeds.