The Politics of Baseball: Why Some Americans Are Cheering for Canada

Even baseball isn’t safe from polarization. Michael dives into the politics of the World Series today after an epic Dodgers–Blue Jays 18-inning marathon. Are your sports loyalties shaped by politics? To some, its not just L.A. versus Toronto...it's the U.S. versus Canada. Callers from across the U.S. and Canada weigh in on everything from Trump’s tariffs to team paychecks and national pride. It’s America’s pastime, through today’s political lens. Original air date 28 April 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.