In an exclusive interview given to Crain’s Chicago Business, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred seemed to give a big thumbs-up to the idea proposed recently regarding a new stadium for the White Sox south of downtown Chicago.
Manfred said what’s particularly solid about the proposal is the “proximity to downtown” it would bring a team that now plays several miles to the south in a neighborhood that pretty much shuts down after dark. “Baseball has always worked well close to downtown,” which offers not only other entertainment options but good transit and highway access.
“I’m supportive,” Manfred added.