Why Home Runs Are On The Rise

2,816 views · Published 25 October 2017 · 3:15 · Indexed 8 November 2026

Channel: NOVA PBS Official · 2017 · Science & Technology

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Bigger swings? Faster pitches? Discover what's driving the recent surge in home runs in baseball. 

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PRODUCTION CREDITS:

Digital Producer: Ari Daniel

Editorial Review: Julia Cort & David Condon

Production Assistance: Will Sullivan, Bella Solanot, Theresa Machemer, and Ivy Liu

Special Thanks: Jeff Cunningham & Brittany Flynn

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Videography: Ari Daniel

Additional Visuals:
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Music: APM & freesound.org

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