I have an idea to eradicate the corked bats that might be in use in today’s MLB. First of all, let me say that I don’t think it is a huge problem in baseball, but if my plan is implemented, I don’t think anyone would be stupid enough to try cheating again. The last 2 episodes that come to mind are Sammy ‘Steroids’ Sosa, and Albert ‘Bogus’ Belle.
There should be a small container attached to the foul ground area behind home plate. Any time a bat is broken, which all baseball fans know happens multiple times a game, it should be placed in the container with a label on it. The labels should have the player’s number or name placed on it and be available before the game so as not to slow down the game while the umpire has to write it down.
After the game, the bats could be sawed down the barrel to see if there is any cork in it. Not only does this catch the cheaters after the fact, but it also prevents player’s from trying to cheat in the first place. If caught, I believe a 10 game suspension should apply. Let me know what you think.
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