Atlanta Braves Playoffs 2026
Atlanta Braves 2026 playoff page. The Braves are 89-64, 1st in the NL East with a +111 point differential and a 1-game losing streak. If the season ended today they would be the No. 3 seed in the NL (division winner, magic number 1).
Last time out they lost to the Chicago Cubs 4-8 on the road. Next up: away at the Houston Astros (76-76) on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 8:10 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.488 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position. Updated Sep 17, 2026 5:53 AM EDT.
Braves Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 4-8 at 
Chicago Cubs
Next game
at 
Houston Astros (76-76)
What it takes
Magic number 1: any combination of Braves wins and Arizona Diamondbacks losses adding up to 1 clinches a berth.
Remaining schedule
9 games left · opponents’ record 0.488 · 0 vs current playoff teams
NL East Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlanta Braves | 89-64 | 5-4 | 14-11 | +111 | L1 |
| 2 |  Philadelphia Phillies | 84-68 | 7-5 | 12-6 | +31 | W1 |
| 3 |  Miami Marlins | 76-77 | 4-9 | 11-14 | +8 | W2 |
| 4 |  Washington Nationals | 71-82 | 5-9 | 8-17 | +3 | L1 |
| 5 |  New York Mets | 69-83 | 6-0 | 11-4 | -43 | L4 |
Projected Path to World Series
- Wild Card: vs #6 San Diego Padres (home)
- LDS: reseeded matchup
- LCS: NL title game, higher seed hosts
- World Series: Home park of the pennant winner with the better record, Oct 23, 2026
Season Trend
Braves Playoff Push: 2026 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Nationals | 71-82 | L 5-9 | |
| 2 | at Nationals | 71-82 | W 9-0 | |
| 3 | at Phillies #5 | 84-68 | W 5-2 | |
| 4 | at Phillies #5 | 84-68 | L 2-4 | |
| 5 | at Phillies #5 | 84-68 | W 5-4 | |
| 6 | at Phillies #5 | 84-68 | L 0-1 | |
| 7 | vs  Rays #1 | 92-59 | L 1-7 | |
| 8 | vs Rays #1 | 92-59 | L 2-7 | |
| 9 | vs Rays #1 | 92-59 | W 3-1 | |
| 10 | vs Phillies #5 | 84-68 | W 6-5 | |
| 11 | vs Phillies #5 | 84-68 | W 12-2 | |
| 12 | vs Phillies #5 | 84-68 | L 4-9 | |
| 13 | at Cubs #4 | 85-68 | L 3-7 | |
| 14 | at Cubs #4 | 85-68 | W 6-3 | |
| 15 | at Cubs #4 | 85-68 | L 4-8 | |
| 16 | at Astros | 76-76 | ||
| 17 | at Astros | 76-76 | ||
| 18 | at Astros | 76-76 | ||
| 19 | vs  Reds | 71-81 | ||
| 20 | vs Reds | 71-81 | ||
| 21 | vs Reds | 71-81 | ||
| 22 | at Marlins | 76-77 | ||
| 23 | at Marlins | 76-77 | ||
| 24 | at Marlins | 76-77 |
This Atlanta Braves playoffs page refreshes after every Braves game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the NL playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Atlanta Braves playoffs FAQ
Are the Atlanta Braves in the 2026 playoffs?
As of today, yes: they hold the No. 3 seed in the NL, with a magic number of 1 to clinch.
What seed would the Braves be?
No. 3 in the NL (division winner).
Who leads the NL East?
Atlanta Braves (89-64), which is the Braves themselves.
When is the next Braves game?
Friday, September 18, 2026 at 8:10 PM EDT, away at the Houston Astros.
How hard is the Braves remaining schedule?
9 games left against opponents with a combined 0.488 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Braves clinch a playoff spot?
Win the NL East, or finish with one of the three best records among NL non-division-winners. Current magic number: 1.
What is the Braves record at home and on the road?
10-6 at home, 6-10 away; 5-4 in the division and 14-11 in the league.