Red Sox Magic Number for 2026 Playoffs: Boston Earns Postseason Berth
Here's a breakdown of the Red Sox's remaining schedule and where the team is sitting in the AL wild-card standings.
The Red Sox have officially secured their postseason berth for the 2026 season, marking a remarkable turnaround from their challenging start. Boston's magic number for reaching the playoffs has effectively dropped to zero, as they now find themselves back in the competitive fray. The team's ascent began with a 15-game winning streak in July and continued into August, positioning them as the hottest team in baseball during that period.
Despite facing a setback with a September loss to Tampa Bay, Houston's defeat against Atlanta further cemented the Red Sox's postseason qualification. The team's remaining schedule following this pivotal victory is as follows: three matchups against the Cleveland Guardians, followed by three games against the Chicago Cubs. These games are scheduled to take place throughout September, concluding with a home finale against the Cubs on September 27th.
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