Sources say MLB officials are cautiously optimistic that the season will start in late June, and no later than July 2nd, playing at least 100 regular-season games.
And the league is considering a three-division, 10-team plan in which teams play only within their division which is based on geography.The divisions would keep many of the natural rivals together, while playing one another before an expanded playoff format.
Here’s a look at the possible realignment structure:
EAST
New York Yankees and Mets, Boston Red Sox, Washington Nationals, Baltimore Orioles, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, Toronto Blue Jays, Tampa Bay Rays, Miami Marlins
WEST
Los Angeles Dodgers and Angels, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, San Diego Padres, Arizona Diamondbacks, Colorado Rockies, Texas Rangers, Houston Astros, Seattle Mariners
CENTRAL
Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox, Milwaukee Brewers, St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Royals, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Minnesota Twins, Atlanta Braves, Detroit Tigers
