On Wednesday, Joel Sherman of the New York Post reported that MLB’s offer to the players would include a universal designated hitter for both the 2020 and 2021 season.
MLB offer includes universal DH for not just 2020, but 2021 too. It also includes on top of 100 pct prorated salary for 60 games, a $25M postseason pool.
— Joel Sherman (@Joelsherman1) June 17, 2020
Many fans of National League teams will be sad to see pitchers no longer come up to bat, but it’s undeniable that teams like the New York Mets will benefit from the new rule.