Understanding the MLB Regular Season Schedule

1. Overview of the 162-Game Season

2. Importance of Division Standings

3. Impact of Interleague Play

Key Dates and Milestones Leading to the Playoffs

1. Trade Deadline and Roster Adjustments

2. Final Weeks of the Regular Season

3. Clinching Division Titles and Wild Card Spots

The Structure and Timeline of the MLB Playoffs

1. Wild Card Games and Series

2. Division Series and League Championship Series

3. World Series Schedule and Format