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How many games in MLB wild card series? Explaining the AL, NL playoff bracket format

Here is what to know about MLB's wild-card series, including the bracket and format in the American and National Leagues.

2025 MLB playoff bold predictions: Aaron Judge makes history, Bryce Harper, Vlad Guerrero Jr. make magic, more

Bye: Blue Jays (No. 1) and Mariners (No. 2) Wild card: Tigers (No. 6) at Guardians (No. 3) (winner plays Mariners) Wild card: ...