CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Reds have a shot at making the MLB playoffs, something that didn't seem likely a few weeks ago.

After winning five straight and six of its last seven games, if the season ended today, the Reds would fill the last wild card spot.

But the season doesn't end today... there are six games left for the Reds to make or break a possible postseason berth.

This article will detail the playoff scenarios, updated every day until the Reds either clinch or are eliminated.

How the Reds get into the playoffs

As of Monday, Sept. 22, the Cincinnati Reds are currently in the sixth and final seed, otherwise known as the last wild card spot, to get into the National League side of the MLB playoffs.

Six teams make the National League playoffs, with the first round consisting of

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