2026 World Series Schedule: Everything You Need to Know
The 2026 MLB postseason is officially underway, and the road to the World Series is set. The playoff schedule began on Tuesday, Sept. 29, with the Wild Card Series and runs through a potential World Series Game 7 on Saturday, Oct. 17. This year’s postseason brings a significant change: the Wild Card round moves to NBC and Peacock, marking the first postseason baseball on NBC since the 2000 ALCS. For fans looking to catch every moment, here is the full 2026 MLB playoff TV schedule, including dates, times, and networks for every round.nnThe League Championship Series (LCS) is where the action heats up, with the American League Championship Series (ALCS) and National League Championship Series (NLCS) determining the pennant winners. The ALCS schedule features the Cleveland Guardians, who advanced past the Chicago White Sox in a thrilling ALDS. In Game 5, José Ramírez celebrated after hitting a two-run home run during the fourth inning, a moment that helped propel the Guardians forward. The full LCS schedule, day by day, with first pitch times in Eastern and the national network for every game, is available for fans to plan their viewing. The NLCS promises equally compelling matchups, with the Milwaukee Brewers among the teams vying for a spot in the Fall Classic.nnThe 2026 World Series, branded as the 2026 World Series presented by Capital One, is the upcoming championship series of Major League Baseball’s 2026 season. The NL champion will have home-field advantage since both remaining NL teams have better regular-season records than the remaining AL teams. This star-studded showdown is apt for baseball’s biggest stage, and the main question heading into this year’s World Series is which team will rise to the occasion. With a potential Game 7 on Saturday, Oct. 17, the series promises to deliver drama and excitement until the very end.nnFor fans who want to keep track of every game, a free printable channel guide is available, ensuring you never miss a pitch. From the Wild Card Series through the World Series, the 2026 MLB playoffs offer a comprehensive schedule that showcases the best of baseball. Stay tuned for updates and analysis from top journalists
Shimanta Das 
