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MLB · Collective bargaining proposal

MLB proposes 154 games and longer Division Series. The bargaining fight is not settled.

The league's plan would shorten the regular season and expand Division Series to best-of-seven in 2029. Opponent selection is also proposed. None is an adopted rule.

Published October 8, 2026

MLB
MLBPA
Collective bargaining

MLB · Postseason race

Atlanta is back in: eight playoff berths in nine years.

A 6–2 win in Houston secured a postseason place. The berth is clinched; that is not the same as a division title.

Updated September 19, 2026 · Published September 19, 2026

Atlanta Braves
Houston Astros
MLB

MLB · AL Central race

From 100-loss seasons to a division fight: Chicago still has to finish

A half-game behind Cleveland after September 16, the White Sox have a chance to turn a dramatic recovery into October baseball.

Updated September 19, 2026 · Published September 17, 2026

Chicago White Sox
Cleveland Guardians
MLB