Overview of the 2026 MLB Wild Card Series
The 2026 MLB regular season has concluded, marking the start of the eagerly awaited Wild Card Series. Fans can catch the action on NBC, Peacock, and NBCSN from September 29 to October 1. Expect intense matchups and possible surprises during this period.
Key Matchups to Watch
Among the standout games is a thrilling rematch between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees. Meanwhile, in the National League, look out for Pete Crow-Armstrong and the Chicago Cubs as they compete against the San Diego Padres. Additionally, the youthful Chicago White Sox have made it into the postseason, promising an exciting series.
Teams Participating in the Wild Card Series
American League
- No. 6 Chicago White Sox vs. No. 3 Houston Astros
- No. 5 Boston Red Sox vs. No. 4 New York Yankees
National League
- No. 6 Philadelphia Phillies vs. No. 3 Atlanta Braves
- No. 5 Chicago Cubs vs. No. 4 San Diego Padres
CC Sabathia and Ahmed Fareed will provide recaps for all Wild Card action on Peacock and the NBC Sports YouTube channel.
Where to Watch
Fans can exclusively watch each game on NBC, Peacock, and NBCSN. These platforms will cover the entire Wild Card Series, allowing viewers to catch every moment of the action.
Wild Card Series Schedule
Tuesday, September 29
- Game 1: Phillies vs. Braves – 2:00pm ET on NBC and Peacock
- Game 1: White Sox vs. Astros – 5:00pm ET on Peacock and NBCSN
- Game 1: Red Sox vs. Yankees – 8:00pm ET on NBC and Peacock
- Game 1: Cubs vs. Padres – 10:00pm ET on Peacock and NBCSN
Wednesday, September 30
- Game 2: Phillies vs. Braves – 2:00pm ET on NBC and Peacock
- Game 2: White Sox vs. Astros – 5:00pm ET on Peacock and NBCSN
- Game 2: Red Sox vs. Yankees – 8:00pm ET on NBC and Peacock
- Game 2: Cubs vs. Padres – 10:00pm ET on Peacock and NBCSN
Thursday, October 1 (if necessary)
- Game 3: Phillies vs. Braves – TBD
- Game 3: White Sox vs. Astros – TBD
- Game 3: Red Sox vs. Yankees – TBD
- Game 3: Cubs vs. Padres – TBD
How to Access the Games
NBC, Peacock, and NBCSN are the destinations for this year’s Wild Card Series. Viewers can register for Peacock and enjoy the games on various devices. A complete list of compatible devices is available for reference. Also, NBCSN can be accessed via YouTube TV, Fubo, and Xfinity.
Understanding the Series Format
The Wild Card Series features best-of-three matchups. Higher-seeded teams benefit from home-field advantage throughout the series. Scheduled from September 29 to October 1, these games might extend to October 1 if a third game is necessary.