As of September 26, 2025, the Boston Red Sox magic number to clinch a playoff spot is 1. This means that any combination of one Red Sox win or one loss by the Houston Astros will secure Boston’s postseason berth.
The Red Sox currently hold an 87-72 record and are positioned second in the American League Wild Card standings, trailing the Blue Jays by four games in the AL East. They have three games remaining on their schedule, all on the road against Toronto.
Additionally, a loss by the Astros to the Athletics on Thursday afternoon could potentially clinch the Red Sox’s playoff spot even before their game that night. If the Red Sox clinch, they will likely enter the playoffs as a Wild Card team with possible first-round matchups against the Yankees, Blue Jays, Guardians, or Tigers depending on final seeding.
Will the Red Sox clinch if Astros lose today
If the Houston Astros lose today, the Boston Red Sox will clinch a playoff spot. The Red Sox currently have a magic number of 1 to secure a postseason berth, meaning either a Red Sox win or an Astros loss would guarantee their playoff appearance. Since today’s Astros loss would count as that one elimination event, Boston would clinch regardless of their own game outcome.
This scenario is confirmed by recent reports stating the Red Sox can clinch by either beating their opponent or having the Astros lose to the Athletics today. However, the Red Sox suffered a loss on September 25, so they must rely on Astros losing to clinch before their upcoming games at Fenway Park. If the Astros lose today, Boston’s playoff spot will be secured even without a Red Sox win that day.
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What time and TV channel is the Athletics vs Astros game today
The Athletics vs Astros game today, September 26, 2025, is scheduled to start at 3:35 PM ET.
The game will be broadcast on NBCS-CA and SCHN regional sports networks. It is taking place at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California.
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