As the Cardinals' quest for the National League Central Division title reaches its apex this week, a key game in their push won't be on a conventional television station.
The Redbirds' contest Wednesday, in Phoenix against the Arizona Diamondbacks, is the final one of package of 13 contests this season that MLB has sold to YouTube. That video steaming outlet has exclusive rights, meaning there will be no telecast on Fox Sports Midwest, where most Cards games appear. It won't be on KTVI (Channel 2) or FS1, either.
While there is no charge to see the productions on YouTube, many fans — especially older ones who are not tech-savvy — have complained that they have been shut out.