Seeing a pitcher struck by a powerful hit is one of the more gruesome aspects of baseball. This type of contact is extremely dangerous, and could even result in death by internal bleeding in the brain. According to an Outside the Lines report, the MLB and the MLBPA are working to give pitchers an option—placing […]
While the 49ers have addressed many off-the-field concerns, fan safety at the games has not garnered as much public attention. (Wikipedia Commons) Editor’s Note: Kai Savaree-Ruess is a long-time San Francisco 49ers fan and a season-ticket holder for the 49ers. While SportTechie is a major proponent of a safe fan experience, the views in this article represent Savaree-Ruess’. As the San Francisco 49ers prepare for a Monday Night Football game in St. Louis tonight, it’s as good of time as any to discuss the odd year they are having so far. Despite having gone to three straight NFC Championship games, many reports already have Jim Harbaugh out as coach after this season, barring a Super Bowl victory. Maybe even still. Levi’s Stadium...
