MLB Pace of Play Changes in 2015

These are the rule changes for the batters. Batters are going to have to stay in the box once they get there and be ready for pitchers to deliver a pitch shortly after entering the box. The batter must keep a least 1 foot in the batters box unless one of a group of exceptions occurs.

The pros of this rule change are that the length of  baseball games will be shorter and allow for faster game play. It will also keep the fans more involved in the game because the interaction between the pitcher and the batter will be faster and more exciting to watch. The cons of this rule change is that baseball is very deep in traditions and baseball purists do not like any changes to happen that will affect how a baseball game is played. Another con will be that batters step out of the box to regain there thoughts and concentrate on hitting the next pitch. By not allowing this to happen it may give an unfair advantage to the pitcher.

My opinion on this change is that I do not agree with it because it may give a unfair advantage to the pitcher and I believe that baseball rules should not affect the outcome of the game at all. Baseball games have always been a family outing that has never been concerned  about how long that you spend at a ball park. Baseball games are a fun and exciting environment and this change makes no sense in how it will improve  the game.