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Over at the New York Nerd, it was asked why is Congress spending (wasting?) time with Major League Baseball, implying that this time could be better spent on more productive matters. The author also asked for a discussion and that’s what this little post is.

First and foremost, because of MLB’s vaunted anti-trust exemption, the Federal Government can, at any time, call baseball participants in and have them answer to anything a Congressional Committee can think of. Essentially, it’s a trade-off. MLB can stay exempt and the Government can act like Reggie Hammond in 48 Hrs.… You know, the badge giving him permission to kick ass any time he wants?

Well, it’s the same for Federal Government in relation to MLB. For instance, “We’ll maintain your anti-trust but you’ll have to dance to OUR tune when we want you to.”

Furthermore, we are forgetting the most important reason the Feds should have access to MLB and other professional sports: the kids. It’s about protecting the kids. Don’t ever forget that. When you are three months into your next HGH regimen, think about how it will effect those high-schoolers down the block. They’ll want to emulate you.

Stumble it!

Tags: Brian McNamee, Congress, Mitchell Report, Roger Clemens

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