MLB Restart Updates

Much of what you will read in gambling industry news outlets will be on the reopening and restarting of casinos and sports leagues. And, of course, sportsbooks. Various professional sports leagues across the world are already back on the field, or nearing a return. However, things seem to be different in American Baseball. Let’s take a look at the MLB restart updates and find out when we can start betting on them again.

The MLB actually has it pretty easy, since they are starting their season from scratch, similar to the NFL. However, they seem to be taking more time in negotiating the terms of the return for the upcoming season. Sports betting software providers are already preparing for whatever changes, so that as soon as a final plan is announced, bookies can start taking in bets.

MLB Restart

There are a lot of considerations in restarting the season for the MLB. First, would be the logistics. Security and health measures have more or less been agreed on by officials, owners, and players. However, more logistical concerns are still up for discussion. One of the biggest debates are about the number of games each team can play in the regular season. Naturally, players want to play more games, as this increases their salary. Owners, however, are concerned about the cost and risks of having a long season. According to the latest discussions, players are looking at 89 games instead of 162. But, owners are suggesting 76 regular season games.

During the earlier parts of the lockdown, the MLB was considered to be one of the first sports leagues to return. They had solid plans, which have now been undershadowed by labor talks. But that’s not the only matter being discussed. Even the way baseball is played can change, especially if they were to limit the number of players who can participate each game. Venues are also a discussion, as travel will definitely be a big security concern for teams.

But baseball is such a big part of American sports that we know we will see them back in the field soon. Its just a waiting game of when players and owners can reach an agreement. But remember, if you want to be a bookie, now is the best time to get your sportsbook set up and ready for anything that will come.