I remember growing up when it was much easier for fans to be a part of the action. I saw BP at Yankee Stadium many years ago, something no Yankee fan can see anymore. Now, it's only the visiting team, which can still be fun but it isn't the same. I remember talking baseball with Mackey Sasser back in 1993 when he was a Mariner. It was cool. I was a kid, I got his autograph but it was all harmless. There was no need for athletes to be protected. It's a shame things have gone this route. Even Spring Training is changing.