Again Quote by Doug Harvey
“I'll say it again: you've got to put the argument back in the game. They're trying to make baseball mechanized, a machine. They're ruining baseball.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Baseball History, 1995
He argues that over‑mechanizing baseball strips it of its human element, turning it into a sterile, machine‑like sport.
In simple terms: Mechanization harms baseball’s soul.
Key Takeaway
Preserve the human spirit in sports.
Themes
sports
tradition
technology
human element
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
sports
philosophical
When to use this quote
- coaching
- rule changes
- fan experience
- sports journalism
Key Concepts
mechanization
authenticity
game integrity
culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance innovation with tradition?
- What aspects of baseball must stay human?
A Different Perspective
Technology can improve safety but may reduce enjoyment.
