i guess its kinda like the pete rose all star game incident, where most of the topic of discussion was about whether or not the all-star game is game "enough".

i think both sides have valid opinions. i'm moreso of the mindset that spring training is about getting ready for baseball, rather than playing to win, but at the same time the guy running home is fighting for his job, too. he clearly shows his dedication and effort by not simply sliding in.

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