Manfred Warns of Potential Shutdown, MLB Broadcast Partners Reportedly Told to Plan Alternate Programming

Rob Manfred could wield tremendous influence over the length of the 2020 season. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)We’re a week into the 2020 MLB season following a four-month moratorium and fans seem to be split when it comes to their enjoyment so far. Whether they’re trying to squeeze every last ounce of enjoyment out of it or keeping their distance, everyone is attuned to the reality that it could all be over soon. That was made clear Friday, when commissioner Rob Manfred had a frank conversation with MLBPA executive director Tony Clark.

With 29 positive tests this past week, 21 of which came from the Marlins organization alone, MLB is facing the first in a possible season-long barrage of…