Don't like it interleague play. They [Major League Baseball] only have it because of two teams [the New York Mets and the New York Yankees]. It's all about the money.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Interleague play exists solely for revenue, specifically benefiting two major teams.
- In plain terms
- Interleague is just about money for the Mets and Yankees.
- What can you take from it?
- Corporate interests drive structural sports decisions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is sports entertainment business?
- Does money hurt fairness?
Another view
Financial motives often support broader operational needs.
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