The first and second seeds in each league receive byes to automatically reach the divisional round. Here's the bracket breakdown: For the latest updates, check out our MLB playoff standings.

The NCAA Tournament March Madness selection show came under fire this week, and the MLB Playoffs should learn a thing or two if they're considering a bracket.

Beyond that, there are a lot of logistical issues that stem from trying to relocate the whole tournament ... an MLB version of 4 Nations could be eight teams split into two brackets.