During an average Major League Baseball game, 8-10 dozen baseballs are used and are recycled for batting practice or moved to the minor leagues once out of play. The average life of a baseball during a game is about eight pitches.
During Major League Baseball (MLB) games, eight to ten dozen baseballs are used in an average game. Baseballs are moved out of play if the pitcher throws a pitch that goes into the ground, or if the umpire or pitcher feels that the balls have a dent or are lopsided. As of 10, the average life of a baseball during a major league game is about eight pitches. Once the baseballs are no longer in play, they are recycled for batting practice or moved to the minor leagues.
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