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Would you rather watch a pitchers’ duel or a slugfest?

TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 19: Drew Rasmussen #57 of the Tampa Bay Rays prepares to deliver a pitch in the third inning against the Boston Red Sox at George M. Steinbrenner Field on September 19, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images) | Getty Images

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On the one hand, a pitching duel — particularly with a pitch clock — is a high intensity, efficient affair. Breezy and compelling for those of us near a screen.

A slugfest, on the otherhand, begs the question, “are you not entertained?” And is that not why we watch?

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