MLB Playoffs Set to Begin: Wild Card Series Action Starts Today

NEW YORK, NY – The Major League Baseball playoffs are officially underway as the Wild Card Series kicks off today, September 30, 2025. This exciting postseason marks the battle for the coveted Commissioner’s Trophy among twelve teams.

The Wild Card Series features four matchups, beginning with the Detroit Tigers, who currently lead their series against the Cleveland Guardians, 1-0. This series is important as the winner will advance to face the No. 2 seed in the American League.

The other Wild Card matchups include the New York Yankees hosting the Boston Red Sox, and the Chicago Cubs facing the San Diego Padres. The winners from these series will continue their chase for the championship, meeting higher-seeded teams in subsequent rounds.

In the American League, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners have clinched first-round byes after securing their respective division titles. The Blue Jays, making their first postseason appearance since 2015, will enjoy home-field advantage throughout the AL Championship Series.

The National League is also gearing up for intense competition. The Milwaukee Brewers, who clinched their third consecutive NL Central title, will have the top seed and home-field advantage all the way to the World Series. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies will be looking to defend their NL East title from last year.

The Division Series will commence on October 4, organized in a five-game format, followed by the Championship Series and ultimately, the World Series starting October 24. MLB fans are eager to see which team will emerge victorious in this thrilling playoff season.