Major League Baseball has been playing it safe for too long. But MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is not scared to stir the pot. We’ve already seen the pitch clock, ghost runners in extra innings, and whispers of automated strike zones. And now… well, things could get interesting.
On Sunday Night Baseball, Commissioner Rob Manfred hinted at making traditionalists choke: expansion and full divisional realignment. “I think if we expand, it provides us with an opportunity to geographically realign,” he said . “I think we can save a lot of wear and tear on our players in terms of travel.” His goal: 32 teams by the time he retires in 2029. For now, Nashville and Salt Lake City are the early favorites, but dark horses like Charlotte, Portland, and Austin are in the mix, and now Raleigh, North