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MLB Players Alarmed by Declining Home Runs Due to Baseball Drag

6/13/2025

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In 2025, Major League Baseball (MLB) revealed that increased drag on baseballs is causing fly balls to fall an average of four feet short, leading to a noticeable decline in home runs. Players are voicing their concerns, sparking urgent discussions with league officials about the ball's performance and the underlying factors at play.

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In 2025, Major League Baseball (MLB) revealed that increased drag on baseballs is causing fly balls to fall an average of four feet short, leading to a noticeable decline in home runs. Players are voicing their concerns, sparking urgent discussions with league officials about the ball's performance and the underlying factors at play.