MLB playoff race faces disruption from storms in final week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 10:43 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
As the MLB regular season nears its end, severe weather threatens to impact key games. The Red Sox are set to host the Guardians and Cubs, while the Yankees face off against the Rays and Orioles. Concerns have arisen regarding rainouts, as multiple teams are vying for playoff positions with no scheduled off-days for makeup games. The standings are tight, particularly for the Guardians and Cubs, making the completion of these games crucial. A storm pattern, driven by high pressure in Canada, may lead to significant rain disruptions throughout the week.
- •Red Sox host Guardians and Cubs in crucial home series.
- •Yankees play the Rays and Orioles, impacting playoff dynamics.
- •Rainouts could push games into the pre-Wild Card series window.
- •Guardians and Cubs are fighting for playoff positioning.
- •High pressure system may cause extended rain delays.
- 10:43 AMYahoo Sports — A series of storms threatens to upend MLB’s playoff race during the final week of the season
"Batten down the hatches folks! We could be in for quite a mess.
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