Jonas Brothers Face Backlash Over World Series Cancer Awareness Performance in Toronto

During Game 2 of the 2025 World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers, the Jonas Brothers performed their song "I Can’t Lose" as part of a Stand Up to Cancer tribute segment. The performance, which paused the game after the fifth inning, was met with mixed reactions, as some baseball fans criticized the timing and felt it disrupted the atmosphere of the World Series. Despite the backlash on social media, Joe Jonas responded with humor, posting "Why these guys?" on MLB's Instagram, which was well received by many fans. The tribute itself involved fans holding placards honoring those affected by cancer, a tradition since 2009, and the band dedicated their performance to cancer awareness, noting personal connections such as Joe's father’s battle with colon cancer. While some viewers appreciated the cancer awareness message, others felt that the musical performance was an unwelcome interruption during a major baseball event. The controversy highlighted differing opinions on integrating entertainment moments into traditional sports broadcasts, especially during solemn tributes.