Toronto Blue Jays Playoffs 2026
Toronto Blue Jays 2026 playoff page. The Blue Jays are 76-77, 4th in the AL East with a -37 point differential and a 1-game winning streak. They are in the hunt, 1.5 games behind the last wild-card spot with 9 games left.
Last time out they beat the Detroit Tigers 5-1 at home. Next up: away at the Texas Rangers (76-76) on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 8:05 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.486 record, including 3 games against teams currently in playoff position. Updated Sep 17, 2026 6:10 AM EDT.
Blue Jays Playoff Outlook
Last game
W 5-1 vs 
Detroit Tigers
Next game
at 
Texas Rangers (76-76)
What it takes
1.5 games behind the last wild-card spot with 9 to play. They need to win and get help from the teams above them.
Remaining schedule
9 games left · opponents’ record 0.486 · 3 vs current playoff teams
AL East Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tampa Bay Rays | 92-59 | 3-7 | 12-10 | +71 | W5 |
| 2 |  New York Yankees | 88-64 | 9-4 | 14-8 | +136 | L1 |
| 3 |  Boston Red Sox | 82-70 | 6-3 | 10-10 | +82 | L2 |
| 4 | Toronto Blue Jays | 76-77 | 7-6 | 17-14 | -37 | W1 |
| 5 |  Baltimore Orioles | 75-78 | 6-11 | 11-12 | -26 | W3 |
Season Trend
Blue Jays Playoff Push: 2026 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at  Guardians #2 | 78-75 | L 1-6 | |
| 2 | at Guardians #2 | 78-75 | W 11-0 | |
| 3 | at Guardians #2 | 78-75 | W 6-3 | |
| 4 | at  Royals | 67-85 | W 9-2 | |
| 5 | at Royals | 67-85 | W 4-3 | |
| 6 | at Royals | 67-85 | L 1-6 | |
| 7 | at  Athletics | 61-91 | L 5-6 | |
| 8 | at Athletics | 61-91 | W 4-2 | |
| 9 | at Athletics | 61-91 | L 0-2 | |
| 10 | vs Orioles | 75-78 | L 4-7 | |
| 11 | vs Orioles | 75-78 | W 7-3 | |
| 12 | vs Orioles | 75-78 | W 8-1 | |
| 13 | vs Tigers | 72-80 | L 5-6 | |
| 14 | vs Tigers | 72-80 | L 1-10 | |
| 15 | vs Tigers | 72-80 | W 5-1 | |
| 16 | at Rangers #3 | 76-76 | ||
| 17 | at Rangers #3 | 76-76 | ||
| 18 | at Rangers #3 | 76-76 | ||
| 19 | at Orioles | 75-78 | ||
| 20 | at Orioles | 75-78 | ||
| 21 | at Orioles | 75-78 | ||
| 22 | vs  Reds | 71-81 | ||
| 23 | vs Reds | 71-81 | ||
| 24 | vs Reds | 71-81 |
This Toronto Blue Jays playoffs page refreshes after every Blue Jays game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the AL playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Toronto Blue Jays playoffs FAQ
Are the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2026 playoffs?
Not yet. They are 1.5 games behind the last wild-card spot with 9 games to play.
What seed would the Blue Jays be?
They are outside the six playoff spots today.
Who leads the AL East?
Tampa Bay Rays (92-59); the Blue Jays are 4th.
When is the next Blue Jays game?
Friday, September 18, 2026 at 8:05 PM EDT, away at the Texas Rangers.
How hard is the Blue Jays remaining schedule?
9 games left against opponents with a combined 0.486 record; 3 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Blue Jays clinch a playoff spot?
Win the AL East, or finish with one of the three best records among AL non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Blue Jays record at home and on the road?
9-7 at home, 8-7 away; 7-6 in the division and 17-14 in the league.