ABC has announced that its popular soap opera, “General Hospital,” will be temporarily preempted on October 1 and October 2 due to the network’s coverage of the Major League Baseball Wild Card Series. This postseason event will also be available for viewing on ESPN, creating a significant shift in the regular programming schedule.

During this two-day coverage, viewers on both the East and West Coasts will not see the usual episodes of “General Hospital.” Instead, the network has scheduled a special airing of “GMA3: What You Need to Know” at 2:00 p.m. PT on the West Coast. However, fans of “The View” can rest assured that their favorite talk show will continue to air uninterrupted across both coasts.

For those concerned about missing episodes, original broadcasts of “General Hospital” are still planned for September 30, October 3, and October 4. ABC has indicated that it may consider further preemptions of “General Hospital” on October 3, depending on the outcomes of the Wild Card Series games. The final decision regarding this potential scheduling change will be made by the network as early as the evening of October 2.

The teams involved in the upcoming games during ABC and ESPN’s coverage include notable contenders such as the Kansas City Royals, among others. As the postseason unfolds, fans of both baseball and daytime television will need to adjust their viewing habits accordingly.

As the Wild Card Series progresses, viewers can expect to see thrilling matchups and intense competition, making it a must-watch for sports enthusiasts. Meanwhile, soap opera fans will have to wait for their favorite characters to resume their storylines after the brief hiatus.

Stay tuned for updates as ABC finalizes its programming decisions and as the postseason action continues to unfold.