MLB experts predict outcomes for 2026 playoffs from wild cards to World Series

MLB experts from ESPN have provided predictions for the 2026 playoffs, detailing which teams they expect to advance through the series, including the wild card round and the World Series. The analysis comes as the playoffs approach, with teams solidifying their positions for the postseason. As the season transitions into October, these forecasts will shape fan expectations and team strategies moving forward.

• 12:39 PMESPN MLB — 2026 MLB playoffs: Our predictions from the wild cards to the World Series
• 12:18 PMCBS MLB — 2026 MLB playoff predictions: Expert picks for Yankees vs. Red Sox, Cubs vs. Padres and every Wild Card Series