MLB continues to frustrate with postseason broadcasts

Bless You Boys writer Ashley MacLennan criticizes Major League Baseball's fragmented broadcast model, arguing that viewing postseason and regular season games has become overly expensive and frustrating for fans. MacLennan recounts personal difficulties attempting to watch the Tampa Bay Rays clinch a World Series berth, which unexpectedly resulted in an unalterable French-language stream due to complex regional and platform restrictions.

The writer argues that MLB prioritizes maximizing streaming revenues over fan accessibility by scattering exclusive coverage across platforms including Apple TV+, Peacock, and Netflix alongside regional networks. MacLennan points out that fans often face regional blackouts, expensive multi-subscription burdens, and a lack of access to marquee events like the All-Star Game without traditional cable subscriptions.