But it’s not only a game

“I have no television – I hate it.” Patricia Highsmith, the late American novelist.

No t.v.? These digital, heavily pixelated, large screen contraptions can carry you almost there.

For a great, major league baseball game you get to miss traffic, overpriced food and your distance from home plate.

You gain the comfort of your home, the potential for delightful commentary and the nearness of your refrigerator.

Wow, and it all starts this Thursday, opening day.