Why do the Major League Baseball playoff games start at such odd times, e.g., 8:19 PM tonight ?

Answer 1

It's a TV thing, aka "more commercials." :)

Answer 2

I think people should attend both - if possible. I live near the stadium where the Cardinals and Marlins have spring training and they really pack them in for 4 weeks every spring. During the rest of summer we have the Florida State League with the Class A Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals - unfortunately, they don't get much of a turnout which makes me sad for the players. They work hard out there in the hot Florida sun and deserve some cheering fans. The ticket price is much lower and you still get to see great baseball and great up and coming players.

Answer 3

They are 8:19 eastern but remember, on the west coast they start at 5:19. This gives time for people to get home from work and school, plus it is a big boost on $$$$ on the east coast tv market.

Answer 4

To capitalize on prime-time TV ratings. 8:00pm is the start of prime-time on the East Coast. They use the 19 minutes to set up the game

Answer 5

It's like the White Sux, they signed a contract with 7/11 so next year all night games will start at 7:11.

Answer 6

So people tune in at 8:00 and watch the commercials
Money.

Answer 7

So the game can last until midnight

So people who have to get up early and get to work the next morning operate in a near comatose state from lack of sleep.

Answer 8

Most sporting events have these odd start times. It's just to keep people on their toes...I guess.

Answer 9

to allow for pregame show...lineup, etc on tv

Answer 10

that when they start I guess