Baseball Strike

It was planned long ago and seemed a wonderful idea at the time. My husband decided that our family, four generations, should all get together and do something that all could enjoy--from great-granddaddy down to the youngest child.

And what is it that would appeal to all these different age groups? A major league baseball game, of course! So he purchased 15 tickets. Sure, it was expensive. But it was so pro-family, so American, so much fun to look forward to. Oh yes, the date of the game was to be Aug. 13. Of course, we never made it to the game.

Oh well, my husband will get his money back, and goodness knows we can use it elsewhere. But it’s a sad day when the fat wallets of the overpaid players and arrogance of the owners can stomp on the sensibilities of the fans who provided their wealth.

JOYCE ROREX

Gardena

* First, you must understand. I love the Dodgers. I just plain love baseball. My friends call me Mr. Dodger. But I have made a personal vow. If and when the season resumes, as it undoubtedly will, I will not attend one more game this year.

Dodger Stadium is one of my favorite places to be in the world. But enough is enough. Fans are the ones who are fueling the fires of monetary insanity. Nine out of 10 people believe players make too much, already. But yet we continue to support this madness by overspending on every facet of the game. From overpriced tickets, beer and hot dogs to parking and peanuts. Most of baseball’s revenue comes from us.

When the game returns, don’t show up. Don’t reinforce the belief of the owners and players that this money pit is bottomless.

We should strike! After all, we are the ones with the clout. But the sad thing is, come the first day back, you won’t be able to find a ticket, even if you wanted one.

DAVID OFFITZER

San Pedro