The 2026 American League Championship Series begins Monday, October 12, with a potential Game 7 on Tuesday, October 20. The best-of-seven series determines which American League team advances to the World Series.
Here’s the game-by-game calendar and how to watch. Source: Sports Brackets
Complete 2026 ALCS Schedule
| Game | Date |
|---|---|
| Game 1 | Monday, October 12, 2026 |
| Game 2 | Tuesday, October 13, 2026 |
| Game 3 | Thursday, October 15, 2026 |
| Game 4 | Friday, October 16, 2026 |
| Game 5* | Saturday, October 17, 2026 |
| Game 6* | Monday, October 19, 2026 |
| Game 7* | Tuesday, October 20, 2026 |
Games 5, 6 and 7 will be played only if necessary. Full ALCS calendar
Who Is Playing, and What Time Do Games Start?
As of October 8, Tampa Bay awaits the Cleveland–Chicago winner; ALCS start times remain unannounced. Check MLB’s official postseason schedule for updates.
How to Watch the 2026 ALCS
The 2026 ALCS airs on TBS and truTV, with streaming available through HBO Max. Spanish-language coverage is available on UniMas. Check your provider for channel availability and streaming access. Broadcast details
How Many Games Are in the ALCS?
The ALCS is a best-of-seven series: the first team to win four games advances. It uses a 2-3-2 hosting format, with the higher seed hosting Games 1, 2, 6 and 7, and its opponent hosting Games 3, 4 and 5. Series format