2026 MLB postseason: Magic number for Houston Astros to make playoffs
The Houston Astros are close to securing a spot in the MLB postseason. Here is their magic number.
As of Saturday, September 19, the Houston Astros are close to securing a spot in the 2026 MLB postseason. The Astros need to win nine more games to clinch a playoff berth. The Los Angeles Dodgers have already secured their position in the National League (NL) playoffs. The biggest questions heading into the postseason include whether injured Yankees star Aaron Judge will play, and which teams could make the Wild Card round.
The regular season concludes on Sunday, September 27, and the Wild Card Series begins on Tuesday, September 29.
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