2026 MLB playoff picture: Standings, current bracket, postseason projections

As of Labor Day weekend, 22 MLB teams were within 5½ games of a postseason spot, making the 2026 playoff races highly competitive across baseball. CBS Sports is tracking the current standings, bracket, and postseason projections for the upcoming MLB postseason. The tight races suggest a significant portion of the league remains in contention for one of the available playoff berths.