MLB commissioner, LA mayor join push to end Dodgers' cable stalemate

GLENDALE, Ariz. -- MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has weighed in on Time Warner Cable's attempt to end the cable cold war that has limited availability of the Dodgers' regional sports network, SportsNet LA.

Manfred issued the following statement Wednesday regarding TWC's decision to lower its asking price for SportsNet LA as a way to prod distributors like DirecTV back into negotiations:

"The distribution dispute involving DirecTV, AT&T, Cox and Verizon has gone on too long. The Dodgers' massive fan base deserves to be able to watch Dodger games regardless of their choice of provider. The situation is particularly acute given that this is Hall of Fame broadcaster Vin Scully's final season. Time…