The 2026 MLB playoffs kicked off with a bang, setting the stage for a full slate of matchups Wednesday, Sept. 30, with pivotal second games in the best-of-three wild card round.
The day’s action begins
with the Atlanta Braves, fresh off a come-from-behind victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1. Up 1-0 in the series, the Braves are looking to clinch a spot in the next round, while the Phillies fight to keep their season alive.
In the late afternoon, the American League takes center stage as the Chicago White Sox look to end their series against the Houston Astros.
Later, all eyes will be on the rivalry between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees. The Red Sox, on the brink of elimination, need a Game 2 win to keep their playoff hopes alive.
The night concludes with the San Diego Padres taking on the Chicago Cubs. After a dominant Game 1, the Padres have a chance to close out the series at home as the Cubs try to force a decisive Game 3.
MLB wild card schedule today
Wednesday, Sept. 30
- NL Game 2: Phillies at Braves at 2 p.m. ET on NBC (ATL leads series 1-0)
- AL Game 2: White Sox at Astros at 5 p.m. ET on NBCSN/Peacock (CHW leads series 1-0)
- AL Game 2: Red Sox at Yankees at 8 p.m. ET on NBC (NYY leads series 1-0)
- NL Game 2: Cubs at Padres at 10 p.m. ET on NBCSN/Peacock (SD leads series 1-0)
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: MLB playoff games today: Wild card series continue with four Game 2 matchups
