The Boston Red Sox are on the verge of clinching a postseason berth, with their magic number now at three. This means any combination of three Red Sox wins and losses by the Houston Astros would secure a playoff spot for Boston. If the Red Sox win their next two games and the Astros lose on Wednesday night, Boston could officially clinch a spot as early as Thursday.
Current Standings and Remaining Schedule
As of September 24, 2025, the American League playoff picture is intensifying. The Toronto Blue Jays, Seattle Mariners, and New York Yankees have secured their postseason spots. The Red Sox, Cleveland Guardians, Detroit Tigers, and Houston Astros are contending for the remaining wild card positions.
The Red Sox currently hold the No. 2 wild card spot, one game ahead of both the Guardians and Astros. Boston owns the tiebreaker over both teams, having won the season series against each.
Boston’s remaining schedule includes a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays and a crucial three-game set at home against the Detroit Tigers. The Tigers, currently on a seven-game losing streak, are desperate to remain in the playoff hunt.
With just six games left in the regular season, the Red Sox control their destiny. A strong finish could not only secure a playoff spot but also potentially improve their seeding for the postseason.
