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DENVER, CO - AUGUST 05: The Colorado Rockies infield employ the infield shift as they defend against the Seattle Mariners during interleague play at Coors Field on August 5, 2015 in Denver, Colorado. The Rockies defeated the Mariners 7-5 in 11 innings. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

MLB won’t address the real problem if it bans defensive shifts

HOFer Jim Thome named President of MLB Players Alumni Association

From Yadier Molina to Max Scherzer, MLB milestones to watch in 2022

Baseball Hall of Famer Goose Gossage channels all MLB fans in thoughts on Rob Manfred

Aug 4, 2021; Yokohama, Japan; Team Japan infielder Munetaka Murakami (55) and Team Japan outfielder Seiya Suzuki (51) celebrate after defeating Korea in a baseball semifinal match during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Summer Games at Yokohama Baseball Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Yukihito Taguchi-USA TODAY Sports

MLB lockout poses potential problem for international players

Nov 5, 2021; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman holds the Commissioner's Trophy during the World Series championship rally at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Atlanta Braves can only blame themselves if Freddie Freeman leaves

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 12: Starting pitcher Carlos Rodon #55 of the Chicago White Sox pitches during the 2nd inning of Game 4 of the American League Division Series against the Houston Astros at Guaranteed Rate Field on October 12, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

MLB free agency: The best remaining free agent starting pitchers

PORT ST. LUCIE, FL - MARCH 7: Tony Clark, executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association talks to the media prior to the spring training game between the New York Mets and the New York Yankees at First Date Field on March 7, 2018 in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

MLB lockout: This is the week we’ve been waiting for

MESA, AZ - FEBRUARY 28: Pitcher Carlos Zambrano #38 of the Chicago Cubs works in the batting cage during practice on February 28, 2004 at Fitch Park in Mesa, Arizona. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

MLB’s universal DH: An end to the best brand of baseball

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 16: MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark speaks during a press conference on youth initiatives hosted by Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association at Citi Field before a game between the New York Mets and the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 16, 2016 in the Queens borough of New York City. The Mets defeated the Pirates 6-4. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

MLB lockout: How much can the MLBPA still gain in CBA negotiations?

Oct 14, 2018; Boston, MA, USA; Umpire Joe West (22) reviews a play during the sixth inning between the Boston Red Sox and the Houston Astros in game two of the 2018 ALCS playoff baseball series at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports

Why baseball is better suited for instant replay than other sports

Aug 8, 2021; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics first baseman Matt Olson (28) during the eighth inning against the Texas Rangers at RingCentral Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

5 trades that should happen when the MLB lockout ends

CARSON, CA - FEBRUARY 5: Omar Gonzalez #3 of New England Revolution battles Samuel Grandsir #11 of Los Angeles Galaxy during the match at the Dignity Health Sports Park on February 5, 2022 in Carson, California. Los Angeles Galaxy won the match 4-0 (Photo by Shaun Clark/Getty Images)

Coming soon to an MLB team near you: Ads on uniforms

May 1, 2018; Boston, MA, USA; American author Stephen King has a photo taken with a fan prior to the start of a baseball game between the Boston Red Sox and Kansas City Royals at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Stephen King living in personal horror story without MLB

ANAHEIM, CA - SEPTEMBER 27: Hansel Robles #57 of the Los Angeles Angels looks at a ball as it goes over the wall and a photo of Tyler Skaggs #45 during batting practice before playing the Houston Astros at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on September 27, 2019 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by John McCoy/Getty Images)

MLB: What to do in light of the Tyler Skaggs bombshells

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 18: Dominic Smith #2 of the New York Mets looks on from the field during the game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on August 18, 2021 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

5 MLB players who could benefit most from universal DH

Most underrated player on each National League team heading into 2022

Jun 26, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Baseball sits on the mound prior to the game between the Detroit Tigers and the Houston Astros at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

MLB owners cutting off nose to spite face with minor league plan

HOUSTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 26: Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred looks on prior to Game One of the World Series between the Atlanta Braves and the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on October 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Rob Manfred, MLB owners continue to stick it to MiLB

Jul 28, 2019; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets second basemen Robinson Cano (24) at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

5 worst MLB contracts heading into 2022

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 10: Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred answers questions during an MLB owner's meeting at the Waldorf Astoria on February 10, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. Manfred addressed the ongoing lockout of players, which owners put in place after the league's collective bargaining agreement ended on December 1, 2021. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

MLB: What Fans Should Make Of Rob Manfred’s Comments

Jan 26, 2021; Atlanta, GA, USA; MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred speaks during "A Celebration of Henry Louis Aaron," a memorial service celebrating the life and enduring legacy of the late Hall of Famer and American icon, on Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021 at Truist Park in Atlanta. Mandatory Credit: Kevin D. Liles/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports

Rob Manfred keeps finding ways to be utterly hated by players

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 10: Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred answers questions during an MLB owner's meeting at the Waldorf Astoria on February 10, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. Manfred addressed the ongoing lockout of players, which owners put in place after the league's collective bargaining agreement ended on December 1, 2021. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

MLB lockout: Rob Manfred has no reason to rush negotiations

Sep 24, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox center fielder Enrique Hernandez (5) watches as a ball hit by New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) clears the fence for a three run home run during the third inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

MLB: A simple solution to what ails the sport of baseball

Sep 22, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Bryce Harper (3) waits in the outfield before the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

MLB lockout hits silly phase: Spring Training doesn’t loom

DENVER, COLORADO - JULY 12: Commissioner of Baseball Robert D. Manfred Jr. speaks during a press conference announcing a partnership with the Players Alliance during the Gatorade All-Star Workout Day at Coors Field on July 12, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

MLB: What Rob Manfred should say in his media address

Oct 26, 2021; Houston, TX, USA; MLB commissioner Rob Manfred before game one of the 2021 World Series between the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has everyone fearing the worst

Mar 2, 2019; Clearwater, FL, USA; Bryce Harper agent Scott Boras speaks as they formally introduce right fielder Bryce Harper (3) as a Philadelphia Phillie at Spectrum Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

MLB owners blaming Scott Boras Boogey Man for labor strife