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RE: Deaf Players of the Early 1900s Had a Big Impact on Baseball

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Very interesting article! Thanks.

I think baseball is one of the few sports where a deaf player could actually excel. There is not much verbal communication required, players rely more on "sign language" from the coaching staff. Also, not being able to hear could be a benefit as you would not have to endure the crowd noise or trash talking opponents (just a thought).

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Yes, it seems quite possible. Audible calls can be more important in some other sports.