Rob Manfred was introduced on Thursday as the next Major League Baseball commissioner, set to take over for Bud Selig in Jan. 2015. In his introductory press conference Manfred, who in his 15 years as an MLB executive has worked closely with the MLB players union to negotiate three different collective bargaining agreements, preached a continued labor peace.
MLBPA chief Tony Clark statement on new commissioner Rob Manfred
On the surface, Manfred appears to have that, with MLBPA executive director Tony Clark releasing a statement in support of the new commissioner.
“On behalf of the players, I want to congratulate Rob Manfred on being named Major League Baseball’s 10th Commissioner. As representative of the players, I look forward to working closely with Rob, the Clubs’ representative, as we strive to sustain the growing popularity and prosperity of our great game,” Clark said. “Personally, I have known Rob for more than 15 years, and I’m confident that his vast experience in all aspects of the sport will serve his commissionership well.”
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