A Love Letter to Baseball

This chapter reflects on the speaker's deep love for baseball, rooted in childhood memories with their father and the nostalgia it invokes. It explores the unique position of baseball in American culture, the significance of legendary players like Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle, and the impact of the steroid era on the sport's legacy. Additionally, it discusses the interplay between historical accuracy in baseball films and the emotional complexities surrounding the evolving perceptions of the game.