Today's bowler is more competitive and better schooled at the game. With collegiate bowling, Team USA, the FIQ, Young American Bowling Alliance and coaches the likes of Fred Borden we are seeing bowlers far more advanced in the sport than ever. Bowling ball manufacturers have drastically changed the game and probably have the biggest affect on the scoring and average inflation. But, Reilly points out that bowling isn't the only sport going through this mania for offense that many of us find offensive. Fans want offense.
Pitchers have no control over the game anymore.
If they brush a batter back there are usually ejected. Ballparks are being built that demean the sport and the past records of great ball players. Here is a comparison of ballparks 1999 vs.2000 and the difference in home runs. Even Reilly has to admit that home runs are hit in the major leagues now every six seconds. How about Arnold Palmer at age 25 with Tiger Woods equipment.