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MLB playoffs begin Tuesday with intriguing matchups ahead

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

MLB playoffs begin Tuesday with intriguing matchups ahead

Summary

The MLB Playoffs are set to kickoff Tuesday with the Wild Card Series featuring several compelling narratives. The Los Angeles Dodgers are aiming for a third consecutive championship, while the Milwaukee Brewers seek to leverage their record-setting 100-win season. The Boston Red Sox’s midseason resurgence and the Chicago White Sox’s return to postseason play add to the excitement. MLB Network host Adnan Virk expressed optimism about the Brewers and noted the Yankees' strong chances, thanks in part to their pitching lineup. As the postseason unfolds, fans and analysts are eager to see how these matchups play out.

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By the Numbers

•MLB Playoffs start with the Wild Card Series on Tuesday.
•Los Angeles Dodgers aim for a third straight championship.
•Milwaukee Brewers finished the regular season with over 100 wins.
•Boston Red Sox have made a surprising turnaround this season.
•Yankees' pitching could be key in their Wild Card matchup.

Latest Updates

12:00 PMYahoo Sports — MLB Network’s Adnan Virk previews what promises to be an ‘exciting postseason’

What they're saying

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For baseball fans, this is an exciting time of year. The MLB Playoffs start with the Wild Card Series on Tuesday. So many storylines are on the table, from the Los Angeles Dodgers attempting to three-peat to the Milwaukee Brewers’ dominance, to the Boston Red Sox’s shocking midseason turnaround, to the Chicago White Sox’s postseason…
— Yahoo Sports

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