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Effectively Wild Episode 1222: Testing the Balls and Beating the Bookies

Effectively Wild: A FanGraphs Baseball Podcast

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The Impact of Baseballs on Home Run Surge

This chapter discusses a report that confirms the difference in baseballs used in MLB games, which has been driving the surge in home runs. The speakers analyze the findings, including the role of reduced air resistance in increasing the carry of the baseballs. They also highlight the frustration with the lack of transparency regarding the reasons behind the increase in home runs.

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