Summary
Mark DeRosa, the manager of Team USA, suggests changing the timing of the World Baseball Classic (WBC) to the mid-season All-Star break to improve player participation and performance. He believes this would allow players to be more prepared and face fewer pitching restrictions. This idea ties into discussions about major league players participating in the 2028 Olympics.
Key Facts
- Mark DeRosa is Team USA's manager in the World Baseball Classic (WBC).
- DeRosa suggests shifting the WBC to the All-Star break in July.
- He believes this change would allow players to be better prepared.
- Pitchers currently face strict limits during the WBC in spring training.
- The change aims to reduce restrictions and guidelines on pitching.
- The discussion is linked to the debate about Major Leaguers in the 2028 Olympics.
