Rob Manfred addressed the possibility of MLB players participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics while also managing the July All-Star game. MLB has never had players in the Olympics, often sending minors or college athletes instead. However, MLB players have joined international competitions like the World Baseball Classic. The league is considering a longer midsummer break to allow both events to occur without impacting the regular season duration, exploring logistical adjustments to accommodate the schedule.
Rob Manfred stated, "It is possible to play the All-Star game in its normal spot, have a single break that would be longer but still play 162 games without bleeding into the middle of November." This implies a potential adjustment to the schedule to accommodate both events.
MLB players have never participated in the Olympics, and baseball has typically been represented by minor leaguers or college players. However, MLB players have competed in international play, notably in the World Baseball Classic.
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