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Report: MLB Planning for Dry, Socially Distanced Playoff Celebrations

Evan Habeeb-USA TODAY Sports

With MLB teams' magic numbers dwindling until they clinch a playoff berth, they're undoubtedly excited to celebrate their trips to the postseason soon.

However, playoff celebrations will look a little different this year amid the coronavirus pandemic. According to the Tampa Bay Times' Marc Topkin and the New York Post's Joel Sherman, MLB officials are finalizing plans for how teams should safely enjoy earning a playoff spot.

Under the proposed plans, teams will celebrate on the field instead of crowding together in the clubhouse, even if they're on the road.