The WBC is thriving. Rob Manfred says MLB might consider moving it to midseason

Having set attendance and broadcast viewer records, the World Baseball Classic will return in 2029 or 2030 and at some future point could be moved to midseason, when clubs would be less likely to restrict players. Tournament rules include pitch count restrictions, and teams can demand tougher limits or deny players permission to participate. “Obviously we have commitments to Fox in terms of the All-Star Game in the middle of the season through '28,” baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred said We...

By RONALD BLUM