Jonas Brothers midgame World Series performance draws mixed reactions

The Jonas Brothers gave a surprise midgame performance at Rogers Centre on Saturday night during Game 2 of the World Series, drawing a mix of support and sharp criticism from fans after Major League Baseball paused play for its annual Stand Up To Cancer tribute. The performance occurred after the fifth inning with the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers tied 1-1. The Dodgers went on to win 5-1.

Players, personnel and spectators held up placards bearing the names of loved ones affected by cancer as part of the league’s established Stand Up To Cancer initiative. The three brothers, serving as ambassadors for the campaign, took the field to perform I Can’t Lose, a song from their 2025 album, and dedicated the appearance to their father, Kevin Jonas Sr., a colon cancer survivor. The brothers issued a statement saying, "We're proud to celebrate our partnership with Mastercard in support of Stand Up to Cancer during such a meaningful moment at the World Series with a performance of I Can't Lose in tribute to this powerful campaign."

The appearance, produced in partnership with Mastercard, was intended as an extension of the stadium tribute, which MLB has held at All-Star Games...