Barry Yeoman on Mythryl: “Youth baseball is becoming a sport for rich kids, writes Harriet…”

Youth baseball is becoming a sport for rich kids, writes Harriet Ryan for @wsj.com. Many adults remember Little League and rec programs, dad coaches and the snack shack. But it's now an intense and costly year-round endeavor dominated by for-profit enterprises. Spending $10,000 a year is common.

wsj.comAdvanced Stats and $500 Bats: Why Baseball for 6-Year-Olds Is Breaking the BankTravel teams, high-end gear and specialized training are turning America’s pastime into a sport for rich kids.

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