In the daily links piece before, I mentioned how much I’ve enjoyed this World Series that has played out. The blow out and the pitching duel had something for everyone to enjoy as far as how the games, but I wondered about other people.
There are lots of Phillies fans that check out of baseball once the final out for their season has been recorded. Not wanting to subject themselves to the torture of watching the team that vanquished them celebrate on the field, they wait until spring training to fully invest themselves again. Others might have a passing interest in who wins, wanting to keep the daily routine of baseball intact for as long as possible, while still others will not miss a pitch. As the Series begins to wind down, I ask you, dear reader: are you still interested in this World Series, or are you checked out?
No harm in admitting you don’t care; it’s a common trait. Lots of fans are simply waiting for news to leak about their own team as a way to stay connected to the game. But for me, at least, it’s still baseball, and I’ll keep watching.