The 2025 MLB playoffs have arrived, showcasing a 12-team format. The postseason commenced with four Wild Card Series Games: Guardians vs. Tigers, Cubs vs. Padres, Yankees vs. Red Sox, and Dodgers vs. Reds. The Blue Jays, Mariners, Brewers, and Phillies earned byes and will kick off their postseason action on Saturday in the League Division Series.
Highlights from the Wild Card Series
The Tigers grabbed a narrow win against the Guardians thanks to a stellar performance by Tarik Skubal, who struck out 14 in just over 7 innings. Meanwhile, Seiya Suzuki and Carson Kelly powered the Cubs with back-to-back homers, leading a strong bullpen effort against the Padres. The Yankees were hindered despite Garrett Crochet’s great outing, as they faced the pressure of elimination against the Red Sox.
The playoffs continue with the best-of-three Wild Card Series from Tuesday to Thursday. Below you’ll find a detailed view of the playoff schedule.
2025 MLB Playoff Schedule and Details
Wild Card Series
-
Tuesday, Sept. 30:
- AL Wild Card: Tigers 2, Guardians 1 (Detroit leads 1-0)
- NL Wild Card: Cubs 3, Padres 1 (Chicago leads 1-0)
- AL Wild Card: Red Sox 3, Yankees 1 (Boston leads 1-0)
- NL Wild Card: Dodgers 10, Reds 5 (Los Angeles leads 1-0)
-
Wednesday, Oct. 1:
- AL Wild Card Game 2: Guardians vs. Tigers at 1:08 PM (ESPN)
- NL Wild Card Game 2: Cubs vs. Padres at 3:08 PM (ABC)
- AL Wild Card Game 2: Yankees vs. Red Sox at 6:08 PM (ESPN)
- NL Wild Card Game 2: Dodgers vs. Reds at 9:08 PM (ESPN)
-
Thursday, Oct. 2:
- Remaining Wild Card Games if necessary.
Division Series
- Saturday, Oct. 4:
- NLDS Game 1: Brewers vs. TBD, TBD
- NLDS Game 1: Phillies vs. TBD, TBD
- ALDS Game 1: Blue Jays vs. TBD, TBD
- ALDS Game 1: Mariners vs. TBD, TBD
Championship and World Series
The path to the championship continues from the Division Series through to the World Series, culminating on November 1, 2025.
