MLB Postseason Update: Championship Series Locked In

The field has narrowed, and now we’re down to just two best-of-seven series: the NLCS and ALCS before the all encapsulating World Series. But before we look ahead, let’s recap how each Divisional Series played out.

Divisional Series Recap

American League

• Seattle Mariners vs. Detroit Tigers — The Mariners survived a 15-inning Game 5 thriller, winning 3–2 on Jorge Polanco’s walk-off single, sending Seattle to their first ALCS since 2001.

• Toronto Blue Jays vs. New York Yankees — Toronto advanced by winning the series 3–1, showing enough balance across offense and pitching to topple New York.

National League

• Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Philadelphia Phillies — The Dodgers took the series 3–1, using powerful bullpen performances and timely hitting to outlast Philadelphia.

• Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs — The Brewers edged out the Cubs in a full 5-game series, with homers and clutch pitchers delivering Milwaukee into the NLCS.

What’s Next in the MLB Postseason: NLCS & ALCS Preview

NLCS: Dodgers vs. Brewers

The MLB Postseason now sees the Los Angeles Dodgers facing the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series, beginning Monday October 13 in Milwaukee. The Brewers, fresh off a thrilling Game 5 win over Chicago, have playoff momentum and home-field advantage. The Dodgers, meanwhile, bring seasoned postseason experience and loads of talent looking to push to the World Series.

ALCS: Mariners vs. Blue Jays

In the American League, the Seattle Mariners will take on the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALCS beginning Sunday October 12 in Toronto. Seattle’s grueling 15-inning win over Detroit showed their resilience, and now they must lean on a deep pitching staff and opportunistic offense. Meanwhile, the Blue Jays’ balanced approach and playoff poise make this matchup a heavyweight fight.

Expect both series to be tight, with each game having major implications for momentum and pitching matchups.

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