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It sprinted out of the gate and looked dominant. Then came a rash of injuries, bad pitching and a late-season lull that threatened to leave them home for the playoffs. The Israel-Hamas conflict has dominated the news, as it should, but images of heinous acts of terrorism are wrenching. The idea that it could spread and create a global conflict involving the United States feels disconcerting and realistic.
Going back to visionary Tom Vandergriff, without Arlington, there is no major-league team in North Texas. Without taxpayers willing to support entertainment and tourism — and yes, generously subsidize sports stadiums — there’s no happy parade or trophy to display.
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