You've done the best job of implementing baseball into this. But the latest versions at first glance, or from a distance look like a tiara or Medusa's hair. It takes ver close examination to see the laces turn into flames. It's a great concept, but just doesn't work overall the way it's designed
This was an even better job implementing baseball using the laces as a torch.
The one where the FYR is italicized is the best looking logo, but has a NASCAR, tire marks feel to it.
The other ones are really good, just not sure I like it better then the "Y" as a torch as that logo that the other designer has is very balanced and works well.
If you don't end up winning, I will be grading yours as 2nd place unless some other design comes out of nowhere.