MLB has made some key changes to the game this year.
All of which has been in the best interest of the fans.
Through the first half of the season, it’s clear that the new changes are working for the best.
One of the most impactful changes is the tone clock being added.
The games go much faster and the fans notice it.
According to Jon Heyman, MLB attendance has increased 7.8 percent over the past year.
MLB attendance increased 7.8 percent over last year. I have to think that the new rules are a great help. Surprise contenders can’t hurt either.
—Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) June 26, 2023
Fans will gladly come to the stadium for a 2.5 to three hour game.
Once you start getting longer, a lot of fans lose interest and want to leave.
Along with the shot clock, MLB has introduced a rule on how many times pitchers can throw to bases.
That’s another way the game sped up by not wasting time trying to take out runners.
MLB has shown the ability to adapt over the years as they look for ways to improve the game.
Despite what some players may feel about the shot clock, it’s here to stay.
Speeding up games is best for fans and players and that’s what MLB has done.
It won’t be a surprise to see attendance continue to increase as we enter the summer.
This is the best time of the year for baseball and many people will want to head out to the park to watch their favorite teams.
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