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Nolan Ryan. Trade Dilemmas. Opening Day Line-ups. Moore's Law. Bard is Alive.

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There is something to be said for holding a baseball in one's hand. The subtle scuffs on the outer cowhide. The feel of the seams. Ironically, and not surprisingly, the ball type can make a difference in the game. Hardness. Smooth. Rough. I am sure MLB takes feedback from pitchers and catchers and analyzes the data to determine what's optimal to drive f…

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