What's the Fun in Baseball?

Having played the game of baseball for almost my entire life, I can advocate that yes, I enjoy playing the sport. Watching it on the other hand, not so much. Sure, if there is nothing else on tv, I'll flip the channel to the sunday night baseball game or some college baseball, but that's just about it. To me, the game is too boring to sit and watch for nine innings or more. That's the bad part about it- you never know how long the game is going to take. It could last two hours, or it could last six hours.

 The Minnesota Twins Celebrating a Jim Thome Walk Off Home Run

(photo courtesy of brucekphoto.com)

So, what is the fun in baseball? The fun is being at the games in person, cheering on your team right there in the stands with your friends and having a good time. Nothing compares to a walk-off hit or home run in which your team emerges victorious. The experience is truly amazing. Maybe, if you're lucky, you'll make it to a playoff game. Nothing compares to being at a winner-take-all game seven in which your team has a chance to advance further into the playoffs. So, I encourage you; go to a ball game with your friends or family, even if it is a college or minor league game. Every baseball game is fun to be at. The memories you make there might be memories that will last your lifetime.