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**CT GAMER**

Ensis Ferrae wrote:
CT GAMER wrote:
Watching paint dry is cheaper and just as exciting...

Disparaging a game that is played across much of the world is pretty rude, not to mention that there are obviously a fair number of people who find the game very interesting and not in the least bit boring.

Because a lot of people like something and because those people might be spread out all over the world then no one else can dislike it?

The OP specifically asked for people's thoughts on how entertaining the game is . I gave my opinion. You don't have to agree, but I can certainly give my opinion regardless...

**Dreadwinter**

Really, if you are just getting in to the sport, you want to pick my team.

I have been a Cubs fan my entire life and let me just say this, they have never disappointed me. Mostly because you cannot expect a lot out of them. One of these days, maybe before I die even, they will win the World Series.....

**Amaya**

rodgers37 wrote:I'm looking into watching Baseball, MLB, if that makes any sense
Saw Moneyball recently, and it sparked an interest in the sport for me.

Now my first problem, is I don't live in America , added to that the time difference meaning actually watching it would probably involve staying up all night to watch it online (unless one of the sports channels here shows it, then I could just record it).
Second problem is, I have no idea who to support. For Football (soccer) it was easy, born and living in Norwich, Norwich are my team. But of course can't quite pick my local team for Baseball, as I don't have one. Do I go for the Yankees because they win the most? Or should I pick out a team based on the name? Any other way?
Also, anything I should know about the sport? Is there a beginners guide? How entertaining is it to watch a game, and also how long on average does a game take?

Thanks in advance

Games are much more entertaining when you understand them. It's not simply a pitcher throwing a ball and a batter trying to hit. There is a strategy in ball placement and where batters attempt to hit the ball.

For example, if the pitcher is ahead in the count (more balls than strikes) he's probably not going to be throwing a good pitch down the middle of the strike zone. He's going to throw borderline strikes or breaking balls that end up way outside of the strike zone. Batters have to defend the strike zone and force the pitcher to throw strikes.