Not quite sure how enthusiastic this response was, but MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says Portland would be on a list of future expansion markets after the Oakland and Tampa Bay ballpark situations are settled. (more…)
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Little League Classic Could be Staged Again
Following Sunday’s successful Little League Classic, it appears that Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred wants to stage the event in future seasons. (more…)
Manfred: Sherman/Jeter Group Meeting MLB Guidelines on Marlins Purchase
The group led by businessman Bruce Sherman and former Yankee great Derek Jeter conforms to MLB’s debt guidelines at first glance, according to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, as the approval process moves along, (more…)
MLB, Union to Address Pace of Play Issues Yet Again
With MLB games running slightly longer this season than in past seasons, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred will discuss potential rule changes with the player’s union in an attempt to speed up the game. (more…)
Disney Buys Majority Share of BAMTech, Will Launch New Streaming Services
Technology developed by BAMTech will serve as the backbone of new streaming services, including a sports service built around ESPN, as The Walt Disney Company acquires majority ownership in the technology spinoff developed by MLBAM. (more…)
Manfred: MLB-Wide Policy on Netting a Challenge
Noting the difficulty of creating one rule for 30 ballparks, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred believes it would be a challenge to institute a league-wide protective netting policy. (more…)
Manfred Hopeful on Rays Ballpark Search
In remarks on Tuesday, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred indicated that the Tampa Bay Rays have time to complete their search for a new ballpark. (more…)
Four Things to Note While Watching the All-Star Game Broadcast
As you watch tonight’s MLB All-Star Game — on TV, like most of us — there will be a lot of storylines to track. Most of them are good, some are bad, but the game is like Miami: There’s never a dull moment. (more…)
Manfred: MLB Continues to Wait on Expansion
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred is reiterating that MLB will hold off on expanding its number of teams, though he has noted some potential cities for the league to consider. (more…)
Could Canadian Tribunal Spell Doom for Chief Wahoo?
U.S. activists have rallied again Chief Wahoo, the controversial Cleveland Indians logo for years, but a Canadian human-rights tribunal may be key in persuading team ownership to finally address the situation. (more…)
Manfred: Vegas Could Be Potential MLB Market
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says Las Vegas could be a potential Major League Baseball market down the road — if or when MLB ever looks at expansion once Tampa Bay and Oakland settle their ballpark issues. (more…)
Manfred: SunTrust Park Could be a Model
Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred has given high marks to SunTrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves. (more…)
Manfred to Indians: Time for Chief Wahoo to Go
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has increased the pressure on the Cleveland Indians to drop the controversial Chief Wahoo logo, as the team is resisting efforts to address the issue this season. (more…)