The 2026 Major League Baseball (MLB) postseason is in full swing, with the American League Division Series (ALDS) matchups now set following the conclusion of the Wild Card Series. The New York Yankees swept the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card round, securing their place in the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays. Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox advanced past the Houston Astros and will face the Cleveland Guardians in the other ALDS matchup.
ALDS Matchups and Schedules:
Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees:
Game 1: Saturday, October 3, 6:30 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field
Game 2: Monday, October 5, 8:00 p.m. ET at Tropicana Field
Game 3: Wednesday, October 7, at Yankee Stadium
Game 4 (if necessary): Thursday, October 8, at Yankee Stadium
Game 5 (if necessary): Saturday, October 10, at Tropicana Field
Cleveland Guardians vs. Chicago White Sox:
Game 1: Saturday, October 3, 1:00 p.m. ET at Progressive Field
Game 2: Monday, October 5, 5:00 p.m. ET at Progressive Field
Game 3: Wednesday, October 7, at Guaranteed Rate Field
Game 4 (if necessary): Thursday, October 8, at Guaranteed Rate Field
Game 5 (if necessary): Saturday, October 10, at Progressive Field
All ALDS games will be broadcast on TBS, truTV, and HBO Max. (colorwaysports.com)
National League Division Series (NLDS) Matchups:
In the National League, the Milwaukee Brewers and Los Angeles Dodgers await the outcomes of the Wild Card Series to determine their opponents for the NLDS. The Brewers, holding the NL's best record, will face the winner of the San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs series, while the Dodgers will take on the victor between the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies. (cbssports.games.cbssports.com)
Upcoming Games:
- Philadelphia Phillies at Atlanta Braves: Thursday, October 1, 5:00 p.m. PDT
As the postseason progresses, fans can anticipate intense matchups as teams vie for a spot in the League Championship Series and, ultimately, the World Series.