Getty Images Baseball players and team members in MLB are prohibited from placing bets on baseball, even if it is legal. They are allowed to place bets on other sports …
Rob Manfred
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Baseball
Is it possible for the MLB to take control of its media rights? Why are certain teams advocating for the termination of their regional television contracts?
by amsportscyby amsportscyAdvertisementThe hurdles to such a change are massive, but that it is even being contemplated is remarkable. The end of local media rights in baseball would be one of the …
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Baseball
Can the MLB rescue the starting pitcher? Exploring ways to address baseball’s ‘critical situation’
by amsportscyby amsportscy“I don’t understand how that’s going to work,” a doubtful executive expressed. “On one side, there are people who want to reduce the number of pitchers and have them pitch …
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NBA
The announcer for TNT praised Obi Toppin’s egotistical and dangerous slam dunk.
by amsportscyby amsportscyWould an ESPN executive opt to go to a game where the person behind them continuously drops player name cards in front of their eyes every half-second during crucial moments? …
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Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred Addresses Media Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred recently spoke to members of the media following an owners’ meeting on Thursday, June 15, 2023, …
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Baseball
The Truth Behind MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred’s Comments on Public Funding for Sports Stadiums
The Truth Behind Public Funding for Sports Stadiums The ongoing saga of the Oakland A’s relocation highlights a troubling trend in professional sports: the expectation of public funds for stadium …
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Baseball
The MLB commissioner, Rob Manfred, stands by the requests made by owners for public financing for their stadiums, stating it is necessary for the overall improvement of quality of life.
by amsportscyby amsportscyUSATSI Public financing for baseball and other sports venues has a long history. The use of public funds for these projects is seen as justified for the benefit and enjoyment …
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Baseball
In response to significant backlash, the MLB has announced alterations to their uniforms for the 2025 season.
by amsportscyby amsportscyIn 2018, the Major League Baseball (MLB) partnered with Nike and Fanatics to work on updating their uniform designs. The goal was to create uniforms with 25% more flexibility and …
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Baseball
Possible rewording: Changes to player uniforms for the 2025 season announced by MLB and Nike.
by amsportscyby amsportscyESPN’s Jeff Passan reported that MLB had taken action to address concerns about the uniforms, according to a memo that was shared among the players’ association. The players’ union attributed …
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Baseball
Nike and Major League Baseball (MLB) have announced updates to their uniform designs.
by amsportscyby amsportscyManfred stated that our partnership with Nike will persist as we strive to make changes that result in a uniform that not only appeals visually, but also aids MLB players …