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Major League Players Reveal the Inside Pitch on Saving the Game

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Major League Baseball is facing a number of challenges, from declining attendance to rising costs. In a new book, "The Inside Pitch: Major League Players Speak Out on Saving the Game," current and former players offer their insights on the problems facing the game and propose solutions to save it.

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	289 pages

The book is edited by Joe Sheehan, a former major league pitcher and current baseball writer. Sheehan interviewed dozens of players, including some of the biggest names in the game, such as Mike Trout, Bryce Harper, and Clayton Kershaw. The players were candid about the challenges facing the game, but they also offered hope for the future.

One of the biggest problems facing Major League Baseball is declining attendance. In 2019, attendance fell to its lowest level since 2003. There are a number of factors that have contributed to this decline, including the rising cost of tickets, the increasing popularity of other sports, and the changing habits of fans.

The players in "The Inside Pitch" offer a number of solutions to address declining attendance. One suggestion is to make tickets more affordable. Another is to improve the fan experience at ballparks. The players also believe that Major League Baseball needs to do a better job of marketing the game to new fans.

Another challenge facing Major League Baseball is rising costs. The average salary for a major league player is now over $4 million per year. This has made it difficult for small market teams to compete with large market teams. The players in "The Inside Pitch" believe that Major League Baseball needs to find ways to reduce costs without hurting the quality of play.

One of the most controversial issues facing Major League Baseball is the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). PEDs have been a part of the game for decades, but their use has increased in recent years. The players in "The Inside Pitch" believe that Major League Baseball needs to do more to combat PED use.

The players in "The Inside Pitch" also offer their thoughts on the future of Major League Baseball. They believe that the game is at a crossroads, but they are optimistic about the future. They believe that Major League Baseball can overcome the challenges it faces and continue to be the national pastime.

"The Inside Pitch" is a must-read for anyone who loves baseball. The players offer their unique insights on the challenges facing the game and propose solutions to save it. The book is a reminder that the game of baseball is more than just a sport. It is a part of our culture and our history.

Quotes from the Book

"The game of baseball is in trouble. Attendance is declining, costs are rising, and the use of performance-enhancing drugs is rampant. We need to do something to save the game." - Mike Trout

"I believe that Major League Baseball can overcome the challenges it faces. We need to make the game more affordable, improve the fan experience, and do a better job of marketing the game to new fans." - Bryce Harper

"We need to find ways to reduce costs without hurting the quality of play. We also need to do more to combat the use of performance-enhancing drugs." - Clayton Kershaw

"The future of Major League Baseball is bright. We have some of the best players in the world, and the game is still loved by millions of fans. We need to work together to save the game and make sure that it continues to be the national pastime." - Joe Sheehan