The only reason any of this is still a problem is because people make it a problem. Faggot has like 20 other meanings other than gay person and a lot of those even came BEFORE that usage. So, what's the big deal?
The n word is an entirely different topic but has a similar result. There is...
Hey, now, the Pirates are playing well. That was a good series.
I agree though that the West is open. Definitely one of the more exciting divisions to watch for someone w/o a vested interest in the teams haha