Date: September 30, 2024, 4:00 PM GMT
Executive summary: The MLB playoffs are upon us! With the regular season concluding, all eyes are on the wild card races and the upcoming matchups. The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets are locked in a doubleheader to determine the final two NL wild card spots. Meanwhile, the Detroit Tigers are gearing up for their series against the Houston Astros, hoping to pull off an upset. As the playoffs begin, anticipation is high for thrilling games and unexpected outcomes.
Postseason Preview
MLB playoffs clinching scenarios, explained: Mets, Braves, D-backs in complicated NL wild-card race
The National League Wild Card race is coming down to the wire with the Atlanta Braves, New York Mets, and Arizona Diamondbacks all in contention. The Braves and Mets will play a doubleheader on Monday to decide the final two NL Wild Card spots. The Diamondbacks are also still in the running, but they need the Braves and Mets to split their doubleheader.
CBS Sports (3 hours ago)
2024 MLB playoff picture: Baseball standings, bracket with Braves, Mets set up for crucial doubleheader Monday
The MLB playoff picture is taking shape, with the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets set for a crucial doubleheader on Monday that will determine the final two National League wild card spots. The American League playoff picture is set, with the Cleveland Guardians, Detroit Tigers, and Houston Astros making it to the postseason.
CBS Sports (2 hours ago)
MLB Playoffs 2024 Wild Card and Round-by-Round Bracket Picks and Predictions
The 2024 MLB playoffs are about to get underway, with the Wild Card Series kicking things off. Bleacher Report provides a detailed analysis of each team’s chances, offering predictions for the Wild Card Series and beyond.
Bleacher Report (5 hours ago)
MLB playoff picture: Clinching scenarios, tiebreakers and more on Monday, September 30
The MLB playoff picture is still in flux, with the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets fighting for the final two NL Wild Card spots. The article explains the clinching scenarios for each team, as well as the tiebreakers that could come into play.
USA Today (4 hours ago)
MLB live playoff bracket: Updated scores, standings, clinching scenarios for 2024 postseason
The 2024 MLB playoffs are set to begin, with the Wild Card Series kicking off the action. The article provides a live playoff bracket with updated scores, standings, and clinching scenarios for each team.
Sporting News (5 hours ago)
Wild Card Series Matchups
Detroit Tigers get ready for Playoffs
The Detroit Tigers are gearing up for their Wild Card Series matchup against the Houston Astros. This video from WNEM TV5 provides a glimpse into the Tigers’ preparations and their hopes for a successful postseason run.
YouTube (4 hours ago), WNEM TV5 (4 hours ago)
Detroit Tigers to play Houston Astros in MLB playoffs wild-card series
The Detroit Tigers will face the Houston Astros in the AL Wild Card Series, a rematch of the 2017 ALCS. This article from the Detroit Free Press covers the matchup and provides details about the series schedule.
Detroit Free Press (6 hours ago)
2024 MLB playoffs: Cleveland Guardians ALDS roster projection, prediction
The Cleveland Guardians have secured a playoff spot and are now looking ahead to their ALDS matchup. This article from the Akron Beacon Journal discusses the team’s roster projection and predictions for their playoff performance.
Akron Beacon Journal (6 hours ago)
Mets to play Tuesday if they clinch Wild Card spot as MLB releases postseason schedule
The MLB has released the postseason schedule, including the Wild Card Series matchups. This article from SNY covers the schedule and highlights the Mets’ potential first-round opponent.
SNY (8 hours ago)
Braves vs. Mets live updates: Doubleheader start time, latest news and MLB playoff picture – The Athletic
The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets are set to play a doubleheader on Monday to determine the final two NL Wild Card spots. This live blog from The Athletic provides updates on the game’s progress, including pitching matchups and the latest news on the MLB playoff picture.
The New York Times (2 hours ago)
Postseason Analysis
Why Each Remaining MLB Team Will—and Won’t—Win the World Series
The MLB playoffs are known for their unpredictability, and this year is no exception. This article from The Ringer analyzes the chances of each remaining team to win the World Series, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.
The Ringer (4 hours ago)
MLB Postseason 2024: Bracket, start dates, TV times, matchups
The 2024 MLB postseason is upon us, with the Wild Card Series kicking off the action. This article from SBNation provides a complete overview of the postseason bracket, including start dates, TV times, and matchups.
SBNation.com (3 hours ago)
‘MLB Postseason 2024: Bracket, start dates, TV times, matchups’
The 2024 MLB postseason is upon us, with the Wild Card Series kicking off the action. This article from SBNation provides a complete overview of the postseason bracket, including start dates, TV times, and matchups.
SBNation.com (3 hours ago)
MLB Playoff Predictions, Odds, Expert Picks for World Series, Pennant, More
The 2024 MLB playoffs are about to get underway, with the Wild Card Series kicking things off. This article from Action Network provides predictions and expert picks for the World Series, pennant races, and other key matchups.
Action Network (7 hours ago)
MLB playoff schedule 2024: Full bracket, dates, times, TV channels for every series
The 2024 MLB postseason is just around the corner, with the Wild Card Series kicking off the action. This article from Sporting News provides a complete schedule for the playoffs, including dates, times, and TV channels for each series.
Sporting News (5 hours ago)
Other News
Red Wings excited to support Detroit Tigers in 2024 MLB Playoffs
The Detroit Red Wings are showing their support for their fellow Detroit professional team, the Tigers, as they head into the MLB playoffs. This article from NHL.com highlights the Red Wings’ excitement for the Tigers’ postseason run.
NHL.com (2 hours ago)
‘Detroit Tigers: How a 500-to-1 Long Shot Reached the MLB Playoffs’
The Detroit Tigers had a long shot chance of making the playoffs at the start of the season. This article from the Wall Street Journal details the Tigers’ improbable run to the postseason.
WSJ (16 hours ago)
MLB reveals Wild Card series schedule with Tigers prepping for AJ Hinch revenge
The Detroit Tigers will face off against their former manager, AJ Hinch, in the AL Wild Card Series. This article from Motor City Bengals covers the series schedule and highlights the Tigers’ desire for revenge.
Motor City Bengals (5 hours ago)
Mets Slugger Sends Message to MLB Ahead of Vital Doubleheader
The New York Mets are in a tight race for the final NL Wild Card spot. This article from Sports Illustrated covers the Mets’ frustration with the MLB’s scheduling of the Wild Card doubleheader.
Sports Illustrated (3 hours ago)
‘2024 MLB Playoffs Preview: Houston Astros’
The Houston Astros are a perennial playoff contender and are looking to make a deep run this year. This article from Pinstripe Alley provides a preview of the Astros’ playoff chances and highlights their strengths and weaknesses.
Pinstripe Alley (2 hours ago)
MLB’s postseason is on the way, but first, a photo finish for the NL wild-card race awaits Monday
The MLB playoffs are about to begin, but the NL Wild Card race is still up for grabs. This article from the Dayton Daily News covers the final day of the regular season and the exciting race for the final playoff spots.
Dayton Daily News (2 hours ago)
Mets vs. Braves playoff standings, explained: How Monday doubleheader impacts 2024 MLB clinching scenarios
The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets are set for a doubleheader on Monday that will determine the final two NL Wild Card spots. This article from Sporting News breaks down the playoff standings and explains how the doubleheader will impact the clinching scenarios.
Sporting News (5 hours ago)
Detroit Tigers vs. Astros scouting, pick for AL wild card series in MLB playoffs
The Detroit Tigers will take on the Houston Astros in the AL Wild Card Series. This article from the Detroit Free Press provides a detailed scouting report of both teams, along with a prediction for the series.
Detroit Free Press (6 hours ago)
2024 MLB playoffs bracket: Postseason picture, matchups with Mets, Braves, D-backs fighting for final spots
The MLB playoff picture is coming into focus, with the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets battling for the final two NL Wild Card spots. This article from CBS Sports provides an overview of the playoff bracket and highlights the key matchups.
CBS Sports (2 hours ago)
MLB power rankings: Los Angeles Dodgers take scenic route to No. 1 spot before playoffs
The Los Angeles Dodgers are entering the playoffs as the top team in the MLB. This article from USA Today covers the Dodgers’ journey to the top of the power rankings and highlights their strengths going into the postseason.
USA Today (6 hours ago)
2024 MLB playoffs: 10 bold predictions, including another Shohei Ohtani first and an Astros letdown
The 2024 MLB playoffs are about to get underway, and the excitement is building. This article from CBS Sports offers 10 bold predictions for the postseason, including the potential for Shohei Ohtani to make another strong showing and the possibility of the Houston Astros underperforming.
CBS Sports (1 hour ago)
Braves vs. Mets doubleheader live updates: How to watch, pitching matchups, MLB playoffs
The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets are set to play a doubleheader on Monday that will decide the final two NL Wild Card spots. This article from USA Today provides live updates on the game, including pitching matchups and information on how to watch.
USA Today (1 hour ago)
‘MLB playoff scenarios: NL wild card race coming down to the wire’
The NL Wild Card race is going down to the wire, with multiple teams still in contention for the final playoff spots. This article from USA Today covers the playoff scenarios and the key matchups that will determine the final teams.
USA Today (3 hours ago)
Four Former Tigers Have Opportunity to Participate in 2024 MLB Playoffs
Several former Detroit Tigers players are still active and have the opportunity to compete in the 2024 MLB playoffs. This article from LSUSports.net highlights the four former Tigers who are on active playoff rosters.
LSUSports.net (5 minutes ago)
