Q. How can you be sure of getting to first base?

You wanna be in the Major Leagues? Check out the stats: Every week, more than 3,000 kids go to hospital emergency rooms with baseball and softball-related injuries.

So, play ball with "softer" baseballs and softballs, batting helmets with faceguards, and safety bases. That way, for your next grand slam, you'll be safe all the way home.

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