The regime of general manager Mike Hazen of the Arizona Diamondbacks can continue without interruption.
That’s because a potential lockout by the owners to the players was averted at the nearly the last minute late Wednesday night. Reaching a five-year agreement, representatives of Major League Baseball and the players union put a potentially hazardous situation aside, and worked for the betterment of the game.
Now, Hazen will continue to fill holes and seek ways to improve the product on the field. As well, manager Torey Lovullo is able to gather his staff, construct a regiment for spring training and prepare for the season ahead.