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The ongoing MLB season has been exceptionally captivating, capturing the attention of enthusiastic baseball fans who eagerly anticipate what lies ahead. In line with the excitement, MLB recently orchestrated the 2023 MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball game, signaling the commencement of yet another thrilling week of baseball. While the event proved to be enthralling, its execution has left fans pondering with curiosity.

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Given MLB has an annual revenue of $11 billion, they expected the league to invest a lot in the events as an organizer. But that was not the case with the recently held Celebrity Softball game. Reacting to the improper organization of the event, they have shared their reactions to social media.

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Baseball enthusiasts questioned the lack of initiative from MLB

Fans have been waiting for the all-star game and wanted a great start to the week. But that was not the case after the Celebrity Softball game, which failed the fan’s expectations. Though the functioning of the league has been excellent, the recent event needed to be on its par. 

Fans have failed to acknowledge the event for multiple reasons, including the lack of advertisement, and the clash with the MLB game. Meanwhile, the celebrity game saw Team Felix and Team Finch fight on the baseball field.

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While many fans wondered about the need for the game, many ridiculed the lack of seriousness of the MLB in promoting this event.

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Few did not even like the concept and would look for subsequent events to fulfill their love for the game.

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While giving a start to the All-Star week, Team Felix became the eventual winner with 21-19. As a result, the team will see a Home Run Derby and the All-Star game ahead. Given that many fans did not like the former would be looking forward to the latter events.

An exciting week ahead for baseball fans

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Fans are looking forward to the All-star game, in which their favorites will take the baseball field together. It includes Gerrit Cole, Shohei Ohtani, and others. They will play it on July 11 derby at Seattle’s T-Mobile Park, which promises to be another exciting game.

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With many star players from the American league missing out because of injuries, it would open up a door for the National League to claim the victory this time. Furthermore, this presents an opportunity for MLB to rectify the previous mishap and improve the organization of the softball event.

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Saurabh Saini

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Saurabh Saini is a writer and content analyst at EssentiallySports. Prior to joining ES, Saurabh had worked for SportsKeeda and had written around 800 articles spanning the MLB, NFL, and NHL. Now, his daily rhythm revolves around the insights from MLB events ranging from the World Series to Free Agency, as he plays the roles of a fan, a writer, and a reader altogether. Beginning his day early, by thoroughly examining the events from the previous day and extending his focus to current occurrences and future plans, Saurabh dedicates time each day to deliver valuable insights to the readers. While on his days off from work, his affection for poetry takes center stage.

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