Dodgers could clinch NL West title with win over Reds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:39 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers face the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday night with the chance to clinch the National League West title. Their magic number is down to one, meaning a win secures the division championship, marking the Dodgers' fifth consecutive title. They have dominated the division, winning 12 of the last 13 seasons. A loss for the San Diego Padres would also allow the Dodgers to clinch the title. Additionally, the Dodgers currently hold a 3.5 game lead for the No. 2 seed in the National League, which would grant them a bye in the playoffs and is critical given their roster's injury concerns.
- •Dodgers can clinch NL West title with a win against Reds.
- •Team's magic number is down to one.
- •Dodgers have won the division 12 of the last 13 seasons.
- •They lead the Braves by 3.5 games for the No. 2 seed.
- •Winning the division is key for their World Series goals.
- 4:39 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Magic Number: Could Clinch NL West Wednesday
"The Los Angeles Dodgers could become the second team to clinch their division this week
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