: The pitch clock remains a central topic. For the current season, pitchers have 18 seconds to deliver a pitch with runners on base (down from 20 seconds previously). Other adjustments include reduced mound visits (from five to four) and a wider running lane to first base. Historical and Cultural Context
: In a recent game, Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson was ejected in the first inning after arguing a play that was overturned by a replay review. ballgame
: The famous anthem, originally written in 1908 by Jack Norworth, actually features a "lost" story about a character named Katie Casey , a superfan who knew all the players' names and preferred the ballpark over a show. : The pitch clock remains a central topic
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