MLB Playoff Field Set Following Thrilling Regular Season Finale

NEW YORK, NY — The MLB playoff picture is complete following a dramatic end to the regular season on September 28, 2025. The final day of play produced unexpected results that decided the last wild-card spots and showcased teams vying for a championship.

Despite losing their respective games, the Cincinnati Reds clinched the National League’s last wild-card spot by virtue of a tiebreaker over the New York Mets. The Milwaukee Brewers and Philadelphia Phillies secured the top seeds in the National League, which gives them home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.

The American League’s top seed, the Toronto Blue Jays, also earned a first-round bye by winning the AL East. The Kansas City Royals and the Chicago White Sox followed closely. The wild-card round features the Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers, competing against the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians.

The Reds, who broke a scoreless tie against the Brewers with a six-run third inning, will travel to Los Angeles to face the Dodgers in a crucial wild-card series. Manager Rob Thomson praised the Reds’ solid finish, stating, “That’s who they are. They never give up.”

In the National League, the Philadelphia Phillies secured their position by winning the NL East title a day earlier. Pitcher Aaron Nola delivered a stunning performance against the Minnesota Twins, striking out nine and allowing just two hits across eight innings, effectively cementing his value for the playoffs.

With the postseason underway, many eyes are now on the upcoming matchups. The wild-card series begins with a best-of-three format, and every game will be hosted at the higher seed’s stadium. Game 1 matchups will commence on October 3, 2025.

As players and fans prepare for this year’s postseason, the landscape of Major League Baseball promises excitement and surprises. The Mariners, Orioles, and Padres all look to make a deep run this fall.