Source: BroBible
Summary
Bryce Harper, a Philadelphia Phillies first baseman, claimed that the baseballs used in the Home Run Derby were “juiced.” Major League Baseball denied the claim, stating that the baseballs were identical to those used in the regular season. The debate about whether MLB tweaks the baseballs to increase or decrease run production has been ongoing. Harper’s statement reignited the conspiracy theory online, with some fans claiming that MLB uses “juiced” baseballs to create more action in games.
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The habit gets a new name.
The Home Run Derby baseballs are “juiced” – or so says Bryce Harper. MLB denies it, but the conspiracy theorists are having a field day. The debate about tweaked baseballs has been going on forever, with some players like Justin Verlander claiming that MLB is turning the game into a “joke.” It’s not just Harper – fans are also chiming in with their own theories. And, of course, MLB is sticking to their story.
The routine arrives with confidence: MLB’s denial of “juiced” baseballs is met with skepticism by conspiracy theorists. The lifestyle enters the chat: baseball fans love a good conspiracy theory. The habit gets a new name: “juiced” baseballs are the new normal in the Home Run Derby.
Original observation: The “juiced” baseball conspiracy theory is just a way to make the Home Run Derby more exciting.
Author: Evan Null
