MLB's Manfred: Netting "On The Docket" For Owners Meetings

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred today at league GM meetings in Boca Raton addressed several issues and said that the topic of increased netting at ballparks to "enhance fan safety is on the docket for next week's owners meetings in Dallas." He reiterated that his decision on whether to reinstate Pete Rose will "come down before the end of the year." Manfred also said that he is "still hoping to hold exhibition games in Cuba this spring" (PHILLY.com, 11/10).

Manfred addressed the possibility of Wrigley Field hosting an All-Star Game in '19 or later, saying the league will be giving consideration to applications "shortly." Whether an upgraded Wrigley will be "ready to host a game by then is unknown, as the press box renovation is still a ways down the road." Manfred said, "We’re committed out pretty good – '17  and '18. But I don’t think the renovation needs to be complete to consider Wrigley for a possible All-Star Game. It’s been a long time. It’s an iconic location" (CHICAGOTRIBUNE.com, 11/10).