The Atlanta Braves clinched their seventh consecutive postseason berth by defeating the New York Mets 3-0 in the second game of a doubleheader, eliminating the Arizona Diamondbacks from playoff contention. The Braves will face the San Diego Padres in the wild-card series. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals also secured a playoff spot for the first time since 2015, marking a 30-game improvement from last season's record. The Royals will play against the Baltimore Orioles in the American League Wild Card round. Key contributions from players like Bobby Witt Jr. and strategic management decisions have been pivotal in the Royals' turnaround season.