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Old 02-09-2017, 01:24 PM   #39
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Originally Posted by Sylvanfan View Post
Why do people hate the DH?
I've heard some purists go so far as the say the NLCS is the real World Series, because the AL is not "real baseball".

I don't go that far, and don't see a huge difference between the two leagues.

Personally, I just prefer the NL rules. I like the strategic choices managers have to make. I like that every player has to hit. A pitcher that can hit like MadBum is so valuable. The emphasis on HRs does not impress me. I like a bit of small ball.

A HR should be an achievement - now they seem so cheap.

http://www.amazinavenue.com/2013/5/9...ational-league

http://thecomeback.com/theoutsidecor...of-the-dh.html

http://static.espn.go.com/mlb/question/dh.html

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I played in both leagues and enjoyed playing the National League game better than the American League game. The game itself is better without the designated hitter. There is more strategy involved with double switches, balance in the bullpen and the benches becoming more important, and that adds to the excitement of the game for players. Most of that is lost with the DH. - Tom Candiotti
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