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Home Runs Drop Despite Climate Change Claims in MLB

7/8/2025

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Activists argue that climate change is fueling a surge in home runs across Major League Baseball, pointing to rising temperatures in nearly all MLB cities. Yet, studies reveal that alterations to the baseball itself are responsible for 60% of the increase. This season, home runs have plummeted to an eight-year low, challenging the climate change narrative. Further investigation is essential.

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Activists argue that climate change is fueling a surge in home runs across Major League Baseball, pointing to rising temperatures in nearly all MLB cities. Yet, studies reveal that alterations to the baseball itself are responsible for 60% of the increase. This season, home runs have plummeted to an eight-year low, challenging the climate change narrative. Further investigation is essential.