The 2025 MLB regular season is concluding, and as we shift to September, playoff battles are intensifying in various divisions. The American League Central is nearly decided, with the Detroit Tigers comfortably holding the lead. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers also maintain healthy margins in the National League East and Central, respectively. The AL West is tight, with the Houston Astros and Seattle Mariners close in contention.
Both wild card races are competitive, featuring the Boston Red Sox, New York Yankees, and Mariners advancing forward in the AL, while the Chicago Cubs, Padres, and New York Mets represent the NL.
The MLB has expanded its playoff format to include 12 teams, which adds excitement as six division champions and three wild card teams will compete. The postseason will launch on September 30.
2025 MLB Playoff Scenario
If the season had concluded today…
AL Byes: No. 1 Tigers and No. 2 Blue Jays
AL Wild Card Series: No. 3 Astros vs. No. 6 Mariners
No. 4 Yankees vs. No. 5 Red Sox
NL Byes: No. 1 Brewers and No. 2 Phillies
NL Wild Card Series: No. 3 Dodgers vs. No. 6 Mets
No. 4 Cubs vs. No. 5 Padres
Standings Summary
American League Standings:
- AL East: Toronto Blue Jays (79-59), New York Yankees (76-61), Boston Red Sox (77-62)
- AL Central: Detroit Tigers (80-59)
- AL West: Houston Astros (76-62)
Upcoming Playoff Outlook
Stay tuned for updates on how the playoff landscape evolves as we approach the critical final stretch of the season.
