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Jonas BrothersWorld Series Set Prompts Backlash Over Mid-Game Timing

The performance followed MLB’s annual Stand Up to Cancer placard moment as the band, serving as SU2C ambassadors, dedicated “I Can’t Lose” to survivors including their father.

Overview

  • The trio performed after the fifth inning of Game 2 at Rogers Centre with the score 1–1; the Dodgers later won 5–1.
  • MLB has staged the Stand Up to Cancer in-game tribute since 2009, with players, staff and fans holding placards aired live on FOX.
  • Some viewers criticized the timing on social media, urging MLB to place such performances pregame and noting baseball lacks a halftime show.
  • Joe Jonas responded lightheartedly to the complaints by commenting “Why these guys ?” on MLB’s Instagram post about the appearance.
  • Blue Jays veteran Kevin Pillar said in a podcast appearance that the concert felt out of place following the emotional tribute, and no change to MLB’s SU2C timing has been announced.