Munetaka Murakami and MLB's best playoff-clinching locker room celebrations, ranked - USA Today

October is approaching, so that means it's playoff-clinching time in MLB. Only two spots remain up for grabs as 10 teams have locked down their spots.

Whether teams are established World Series contenders or newcomers, the elation of reaching the playoffs after a grueling regular season is undeniable. Some players went the extra mile in celebrating the occasion, and we're celebrating their enthusiasm here.

Here are MLB's best playoff-clinching locker room celebrations of 2026, ranked.

Frelick let out a victory scream after the Brewers clinched their fourth straight NL Central title.

You've got to love the wordplay from Rocchio.

Chris Bosh would be proud of Imanaga's technique here.

"Burn my eyes!" has the making of a classic line in Padres lore if they can make a run.

It's been an up-and-down season for Murakami, but he's never wavered in the vibes department.

Two more teams will have their opportunity to celebrate a postseason bid very soon.