Why are there no cheerleaders in baseball?

While there is momentum in baseball, the game is more about opportunism than momentum. Fans know to cheer at moments of opportunity - such as when the bases are loaded with no outs, or a walk-off single might end the game. No cheerleaders needed. read more

Actually, there are cheerleaders in American baseball, but it's a relatively recent development. They first appeared in Southern California during the go-go '90s, and in recent years, dancers have graced the tops of dugouts for the Angels, Padres, Blue Jays, Expos, and Marlins. read more

The game of baseball itself: Unlike most other games, baseball is a game where the defense controls the ball. read more