Rob Manfred: Recent injuries to pitchers don't change DH view

CHICAGO -- Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred says the recent instances of pitchers injuring themselves while batting haven't changed his opinion that the sport benefits from the two leagues playing under different rules.

Before Friday's game between the Cubs and Brewers, Manfred said that "over the long haul, I'm a status quo person on the DH."

He added: "I think the difference between the two leagues is a source of debate among fans, and I'm a big believer in the idea of when people are talking about baseball, it's a good thing." Manfred also said he was surprised by the controversy about the Cubs' delay in promoting top prospect Kris Bryant.

"This has been an issue that has been discussed and vetted at the bargaining table for multiple rounds," Manfred noted.