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     Baseball in my opinion is one of the best sports out there. As good as it can be though, there can also be problems with it. One of these problems is steroids. Steroids have cast a long, dark shadow over baseball raising questions about fairness and integrity of the game. For decades baseball was "the American dream," where skill and dedication could elevate a player. However, this ideal has been more complicated within the last twenty years with the more recent rise in steroids. The use of steroids in baseball has created a divide between players that don't and do use steroids. The players who don't use steroids strive for success through their natural talent, while the players that use steroids try to gain an advantage through "cheating."      One of the biggest issues with steroids in baseball is the blow it makes to integrity. Baseball batting records are a very important aspect of the game. When a player hits a ball while on steroids, it often res...

     Baseball is more than just a game. Baseball is a symbol of patience, teamwork, cohesiveness, and a symbol of resilience. For over a century, baseball has been loved and cherished by the hearts of millions of people. From the thrill of a home run to the crack of the bat, baseball displays a story of perseverance.      A baseball player stands at home plate knowing that the odds of him hitting the ball are stacked against him. Even if a player has a .300 batting average which is considered good, that still means they only hit the ball 30% of the time. Despite that, the players come back repeatedly, knowing that one of their next attempts will result in a hit. This ability to face failure yet keep going is perhaps baseballs most powerful lesson since like baseball, nothing in life is guaranteed. But as baseball teaches us, is don't matter if we fail, what matters is that we keep trying and getting up after we fail. Whether it's striking out, dropping a ...

     College baseball and high school baseball may appear to be very similar at a first glance, but actually have plenty of distinctions. These distinctions include the level of play, facilities, competition, and environment.      High school baseball is generally less advanced than college in terms of speed, complexity, and skill level. High school baseball players have had less time honing their skills compared to college players. This is why in high school baseball, pitching isn't as fast, fielding isn't as perfect, and plays aren't as refined as they are in college. Some high school teams are more skilled than others, which results in a wider range of skill levels on the high school level. This isn't to say there isn't diversity in skill on the college level, but typically colleges are more evenly matched since they can scout for players and make a better roster. College baseball athletes have also had much more time to practice on all baseball relate...

     On September 27th, 2024, the Chicago White Sox set an MLB record for having the most losses in a single season. The previous record was 120 losses, set in 1962 by the Mets. The Mets held onto their record until now. The Chicago White Sox now hold the record for most losses in a single MLB season, coming in at 121 losses. To put that into perspective, the Sox played a total of 162 games in this season. They only won 41 of those 162 games.       The White Sox's home stadium, The Guaranteed Rate Field, saw a massive decline in attendance during the middle of the season. Especially when the White Sox lost 12 consecutive games. Funny enough though, the attendance at the stadium saw an increase as the Sox approached the record for most losses. Fans could be seen at home games with banners that said things like "121," and "set the record." A handful of fans attending some of the Sox's last few games even wore paper bags over their heads as a symbol of be...

      Turf Baseball Fields are vastly different compared to a grass and dirt field. In my opinion, turf fields bring more negatives than positives to the table. Turf fields bring an increased risk of injury, playability issues, lack of aesthetic appeal, and lack of adaptability to extreme weather situations.     Increased risk of injury can be a big problem with turf baseball fields. One of the most significant concerns with turf fields is turf burn, as well as added stress on joints and muscles. Baseball players are always sliding from base to base when stealing, or diving in order to catch a flyball. When you dive onto a grass field, you'll most likely get grass stains and some redness. However, with a turf field, a player will most likely get turf burn when sliding or diving which is a very painful rash as a result of the friction. Turf fields also tend to be firmer than a grass field. Surprisingly enough, this can cause unnecessary stress on joints and muscl...