1. There is talk of a universal DH in both leagues. Personally I like the fact that pitchers hit in one league and not the other but this wouldn't bother me. My idea is to let pitchers hit and have a DH- so 10 in the batting order. And let MLB teams can pick any pitcher to hit whether he is playing or not or has been subbed out.


2. There is talk of lowering the mound or moving the mound further back. Thanks Jordan Hicks, Aroldis Chapman, and Justin Verlander.** I don't really like this rule. I like watching pitchers dominate some.


3. Pitchers would have to pitch to three batters at a minimum. So- no more LOOGY throws one pitch and gets a LH hitter out and then bring in someone else. Really would change strategy- of course relief pitchers that have closer splits would be valued more than ever. I think this could lead to more intentional walks potentially. Like- have a LHP throw to a LH hitter, IWBB RH hitter and then come back and throw to a LH hitter. The main intent is to minimize pitching changes leading to shorter game times and more offense. Again- not wild about this. You should be able to use players as you see fit.

4. Expanding rosters from 25 to 26. I LIKE this. Personally I'd expand it to 28.

5. Talk about changing how service time is calculated. This NEEDS to be done. Teams are keeping good players in the minors so that they can save money down the road. Which honestly sucks for the player and the fans. See Hunter Renfroe. Like the talk here.

Basically MLB is trying to shorten games and create more offense. I say legalize steroids and let's have 1998 but now with pitchers throwing 105 MPH.

I also hope to see MLB expand to Montreal and Las Vegas.