The Cleveland Guardians have locked in a place in the 2026 MLB postseason, marking the franchise’s third consecutive playoff appearance. With three regular‑season games remaining, the team’s final seeding could range from a first‑round bye as the No. 2 seed to a wild‑card slot, depending on the outcome against the Chicago White Sox.
Ticket Options for Every Scenario
Regardless of the final seed, tickets for all potential playoff games are already on sale. StubHub guarantees a refund if a purchased game does not materialize. Below is a breakdown of the available tickets by round.
Wild Card
If Cleveland finishes as a wild‑card team, the series will be played on the road, either in Houston or Texas, depending on which AL West team secures the No. 3 seed. No home tickets will be offered for this round.
American League Division Series (ALDS)
Should the Guardians win the division, they earn a first‑round bye and host the winner of the No. 3 vs. No. 6 wild‑card series. Home games could include:
- Game 1 – starting at $116
- Game 2 – starting at $110
- Game 5 (if necessary) – price TBD
If the team advances from the wild‑card round, they would host Game 3 and a possible Game 4, without home‑field advantage.
American League Championship Series (ALCS)
Advancing to the ALCS turns the contest into a best‑of‑seven series. The higher‑seeded team hosts Games 1, 2, 6 and 7 (if needed). Ticket prices start at:
- Game 1 – $147
- Game 2 – $151
- Game 3 – $164
- Game 4 – $162
World Series
If the Guardians reach the World Series, they would host Games 3, 4 and a potential Game 5, as the National League is slated to have home‑field advantage regardless of opponent. Prices begin at:
- Game 1 – $1,770
- Game 2 – $1,750
- Game 3 – $2,014
Key Dates for the 2026 Season
Opening Night: March 25, 2026
Opening Day: March 26, 2026
MLB Mexico Series: April 25‑26, 2026
All‑Star Break: July 11‑14, 2026 (All‑Star Game on July 14)
Postseason begins: September 29, 2026
World Series start: October 23, 2026
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Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
