MLB magic numbers, tiebreakers: White Sox, Padres, Rangers pull out big wins (9/13/26)
Here are MLB magic numbers, remaining schedules and tiebreakers for contenders through Saturday, Sept. 12, along with playoff matchups if Wild Card Series began Sunday, Sept. 13.
The Chicago White Sox have been struggling, but their lead in the American League Central was restored after a thrilling 4-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, thanks to a two-run home run by Randal Grichuk. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Twins helped the White Sox by beating the Guardians 4-3 in Minnesota. The win has pushed the White Sox 1 ½ games ahead of the Guardians in the division.
Elsewhere, the San Francisco Padres secured a six-game winning streak with a 7-6 triumph over the Giants, moving them 1 ½ games ahead of the Diamondbacks in the NL wild card race. The Rangers' 6-2 win over the Diamondbacks in Phoenix has narrowed the Astros' lead in the AL West to just one game.
The Tampa Bay Rays began the new week with a 3-2 home win over the Astros, further widening their lead in the AL East over the second-place Yankees. In the NL East, the Braves' first-place position has been solidified after two high-scoring weekend games that saw them beat the Phillies 12-2 on Saturday. The Cubs have also risen a game above the Phillies, putting them in contention for the NL wild card.
MLB magic numbers, schedules, and tiebreakers for the top contenders were provided, along with their potential playoff matchups should the Wild Card Series commence on Sunday, September 13.
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