After clinching their 11th NL West title in 12 seasons in September 2024, the Los Angeles Dodgers extended the longest active postseason streak in Major League Baseball. From 1991-2005, the Atlanta Braves achieved the longest postseason streak in MLB history, with 14 appearances in a row.
The Milwaukee Brewers were the first team to clinch a playoff spot in 2025. Which teams have secured postseason play most consistently? Check out the breakdown below:
Longest active postseason streaks (entering 2025 season)
1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 12 seasons (since 2013)
2. Houston Astros: 8 seasons (since 2017)
3. Atlanta Braves: 7 seasons (since 2018)
4. Tampa Bay Rays: 5 seasons (since 2019)
5. Philadelphia Phillies: 3 seasons (since 2022)
Longest postseason streaks in MLB history (does not include the 1994 season)
1. Atlanta Braves: 14 (1991-2005)
2. New York Yankees: 13 (1995-2007)
*3. Los Angeles Dodgers: 12 (2013-2024)
*4. Houston Astros: 8 (2017-2024)
*5. Atlanta Braves: 7 (2018-2024)
*Active streaks entering 2025 season
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