The article reflects on the complexities of sports narratives, particularly in baseball. It emphasizes how pattern detection enriches the viewing experience, although it can sometimes lead to disappointment, as seen in a recent Mets-Nationals game filled with unexpected twists. The author notes the craft and cheek of the game's unpredictable ending, despite personal feelings of dissatisfaction. Additionally, the commentary touches on the evolving world of team uniforms and their significance beyond mere aesthetics, indicating a shift in sporting culture.
"On nights I'm recapping, I put a little warning for myself on repeat in my brain: It's not all about the narrative. We see patterns while watching baseball..."
"The only problem, from our point of view, was that the narrative wound up being at our expense, with a last-second plot twist that I for one did not enjoy in the least."
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