I would think:
13 games x 4 (division teams)
3 games x 15 (vs NL teams) + 1 vs cubs (2/2 series)
6 or 7 games x 10 AL teams out of division
52+ 46+ 64= 162
I like playing a variety of teams, but there’s also an outside chance a 5-team division could have a very low win total. At this point, just get rid of divisions, and play a balanced schedule.
That’s ok. As long as you know what the tie breaker rules are, adjust accordingly. I also like that the 2-3 seeds need to max out on wins. No resting starters because it’s way too important to go for the 2-seed. I’m so happy they didn’t go to 14.
I’ve been against it, but with the universal DH and probable expansion someday, it makes sense to go geographic- 16 eastern time zone, 8 central, 8 pacific.
They’ll tinker with the existing. More than likely, the Sox will end the season in KC 10/3-10/5 and they’ll mix in 3 makeup games with the Twins to make up the opening series.
4 weeks. Might be Friday, April 8 at Detroit for the White Sox.
Actually, I’m thinking now 4/8 will be an off day. You know, the built in off day for opening day in Detroit.
Same thing for the home opener. Probably Monday 4/11, and off on the 12th.
Bob Nightengale just made a point that it would look bad if they announce trades tonight. They weren’t supposed to be talking.
To me, cut the bull. Let’s go!
There’s no way the 1200 players collectively wouldn’t accept this deal. Thank the executive board for their service. They got a good deal. Go play ball!