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Thoughts on a universal designated hitter

The designated hitter is one of the most polarizing topics in baseball. On one hand, it makes lots of logical sense. On the other hand, it violates long-standing tradition, which tends to carry a lot of weight in this sport. Reasonable people have significantly different opinions on the matter.

One way or other, the DH could be coming in 2020, even if only temporarily. With the coronavirus pandemic shortening any potential season that might happen this summer, the league and players union may end up agreeing to some special new rules to make everything work. One thing that both sides seem to agree on is a universal DH, reports insider Jon Heyman.