Rob Manfred

In the same WFAN interview where MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred outlined realignment and broader schedule tweaks, he detailed discussions on an in-season tournament like the NBA Cup. The idea could split the season or cut regular-season games but grapples with baseball's logistical, traditional, and statistical challenges.

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Building on expansion and realignment plans discussed earlier this week, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred detailed geographic divisions—such as separating teams in multi-team cities—and schedule changes like split seasons and in-season tournaments during his WFAN interview. These ideas aim to improve playoffs and address the 162-game grind, amid upcoming league growth.