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MLB Playoff Tiebreaker Rules Change

From CBS Sports ยท September 22, 2026
MLB Playoff Tiebreaker Rules Change

Major League Baseball (MLB) has made a change to how playoff ties are decided. Instead of playing extra games to break ties, teams will now use a mathematical approach, starting with head-to-head records. This change will affect how teams prepare for the playoffs and could lead to different strategies. Understanding these rules helps fans follow the game better!

Based on reporting from CBS Sports. Read the original story โ†’