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The San Francisco Giants are out of the playoff race

San Francisco Giants • National League West • 65-97 • Scenarios for October 20
Eliminated
Eliminated

The San Francisco Giants (65-97) have been eliminated from playoff contention.

Playoff berth

The San Francisco Giants have been eliminated from playoff contention.

Frequently asked questions

Are the San Francisco Giants eliminated from playoff contention?

Yes — the San Francisco Giants have been mathematically eliminated from the MLB playoffs.

How are these scenarios calculated?

Every combination of results in the MLB games that bear on the race tonight is enumerated, and the magic and elimination numbers are recomputed in each one with the same conservative math as the standings page. The paths listed are the minimal sets of results that guarantee the outcome no matter how the other games end.

Full guide: how magic numbers work →