Blue Jays fans are facing disappointment as the team battles for a playoff spot. Just a week ago, excitement was high as the Jays aimed to clinch a postseason berth. The team partnered with Sportsnet to negotiate a deal with Major League Baseball for a simulcast of a game against the Royals on Apple TV+. The hope was that this game would mark a significant moment in their season.

However, the situation took a turn for the worse. The Jays have struggled recently, losing six of their last seven games. As a result, the anticipated clinching moment never materialized. Now, fans are left to deal with the fallout from a deal that has not gone as planned. This Friday, the Jays will play against the Rays, but the game will be exclusive to Apple TV+, leaving many fans frustrated.

The arrangement means that Sportsnet will not be able to simulcast the game, which is particularly disappointing given the stakes involved. The Jays are in a tight race for the AL East title, and this game could have significant implications for their playoff chances. Many on the Sportsnet team have expressed their displeasure at being excluded from covering such a crucial game.

The decision to simulcast the previous game against the Royals, which ended in a 20-1 loss, has now come back to haunt the team and its fans. The deal was made in hopes of maximizing exposure for the team, but it has instead left fans feeling sidelined. The excitement of clinching a division title has turned into anxiety as the season nears its end.

Sportsnet will not produce a pre-game show for the Apple TV+ broadcast. Instead, they will cover the Yankees-Orioles game during the Jays' match. After both games conclude, Sportsnet will provide post-game coverage and analysis. Fans accustomed to the familiar voices of Dan Shulman and Buck Martinez will miss their commentary during this critical matchup.

Additionally, for those who choose to subscribe to Apple TV+ for the game, the streaming service recently increased its monthly fee by $2. As the season reaches its climax, the challenges for Blue Jays fans continue to mount.