The Tampa Bay Rays have officially clinched the American League East division, becoming the first AL club to lock in a postseason berth this season. By defeating the New York Yankees in the night‑cap of a doubleheader, the Rays secured the No. 1 seed in the American League and guaranteed home‑field advantage through the ALDS, ALCS and, should they advance, the World Series.

Playoff seeding and opponent outlook

With the division title locked, the Rays await the winner of the AL Wild Card series between the No. 4 and No. 5 seeds. Current projections suggest a matchup between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox, meaning the Rays will likely face another AL East rival in the opening round.

ALDS ticket details

All ALDS games will be played at Tropicana Field, with the Rays hosting Game 1, Game 2 and, if necessary, Game 5. Ticket prices start at:

• Game 1 – starting at $128
• Game 2 – starting at $110
• Game 3 (if needed) – starting at $135

These prices are subject to change as the series approaches and will be updated on the official ticket platform.

ALCS ticket details

If the Rays win the ALDS, they will move on to the American League Championship Series. The higher‑seeded team hosts Games 1, 2, 6 and 7 (if necessary). Assuming the Rays retain home‑field advantage, ticket pricing for the ALCS is projected as follows:

• Game 1 – starting at $537
• Game 2 – starting at $650
• Game 3 (if needed) – starting at $539
• Game 4 (if needed) – starting at $689

World Series ticket outlook

Should the Rays capture the AL pennant, they will advance to the World Series, the franchise’s third appearance. The team with the better regular‑season record hosts Games 1, 2, 6 and 7. Projected ticket prices for a home‑field World Series are:

• Game 1 – starting at $2,061
• Game 2 – starting at $2,159
• Game 3 (if needed) – starting at $2,322
• Game 4 (if needed) – starting at $2,486

All figures are preliminary and reflect the current market listings. Purchasers should note that if a game does not occur, platforms such as StubHub will provide a refund according to their policies.

How to purchase tickets

Fans can buy tickets through the official MLB ticket portal, authorized resale sites, or directly via the team’s website. The article’s original source also highlighted promotional channels such as USA TODAY Shopping, which may offer additional deals and alerts via text, TikTok, Instagram, or newsletter sign‑ups.

As the postseason unfolds, the Rays organization will continue to update pricing and availability. Support the team by securing seats early, especially for the high‑demand early‑round games, and enjoy the chance to witness Tampa Bay’s pursuit of a championship.

Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.