Chicago White Sox, Seattle Mariners, and Toronto Blue Jays face playoff schedule shifts
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

As the MLB regular season approaches its conclusion, three teams could benefit from their remaining schedules in the playoff race. The Chicago White Sox will play crucial games against the Guardians, starting September 14, as they lead the season series. The Seattle Mariners also face the Angels and Rockies, two teams out of playoff contention, which may boost their chances. Meanwhile, the Toronto Blue Jays are in a tight wild card race and will face the Tigers, with significant series against the Rangers looming. Opposite these teams, the Boston Red Sox have a challenging schedule that includes matchups against the Rangers and the Guardians.
- •White Sox lead AL Central by half a game over the Guardians.
- •Mariners play 10 of their last 12 games against eliminated teams.
- •Blue Jays are one game behind the Guardians for the wild card.
- •Red Sox secure second wild-card spot but face tough opponents.
- 2:51 PMCBS MLB — Three MLB teams whose remaining schedules could help them in the playoff hunt and three whose could hurt
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