ESPN Criticized for In-Game Interview During Crucial Mets-Brewers Playoff Moment

Fans express outrage as ESPN conducts a dugout interview in the ninth inning of a pivotal postseason game.

ESPN faced backlash for interviewing Brewers' Garrett Mitchell during the ninth inning of a Wild Card game against the Mets.
Mitchell had just hit a go-ahead home run, and the interview took place during a critical at-bat for the Mets.
The decision to conduct the interview was widely criticized for interrupting the live game action.
Fans took to social media to express their frustration, arguing that the game itself should take precedence over in-game interviews.
The incident highlights ongoing debates about the role of immersive coverage in sports broadcasting.