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Dodgers player slams MLB playoff ads parents cannot skip

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A Dodgers player spoke up for parents

Alex Call called out adult-themed ads during MLB playoff games. Here is the story in 15 seconds.

What he said

The post that started it

Call replied to a fan post about playoff ads. He asked MLB and TV networks to drop them.

Why it hit home

A dad watching with his son

Call said his son wants to watch baseball with Dada. Parents should not have to worry.

The ad

The ad at the center

A Sydney Sweeney ad for Novig drew the most fire. Novig is a sports prediction market.

Not just one ad

Other ads in the same breaks

Fans also flagged a Megan Fox ad and scary movie trailers during family viewing time.

The reaction

Parents backed him fast

Many parents replied in support. One said he now stays alert during every ad break.

The company

Novig had already replied

Novig CEO Jacob Fortinsky said weeks ago the company supports women's sports.

Why it is hard

The money problem

Gambling and alcohol ads pay big money. Leagues and networks need that money.

The catch

Live TV has no skip button

A TV ad hits every home at once. Parents cannot skip it in real time.

What's next

What could change next

Networks may move edgy ads to later slots. Brands may cut softer TV versions.

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