MLB rule changes for 2022 and beyond

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To begin extra innings, there will be no one on second base.

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The National League will use the designated hitter starting in the 2022 season.

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To deter tanking, a draught lottery will be used.

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Draft picks will be induced to prevent service-time manipulation.

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For the first time, patches on jerseys and decals on batting helmets will have advertising.

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A player's ability to be optioned to the minor leagues several times in a season will be limited.

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Teams will play at least one series against each opponent in both leagues in 2023, making the calendar more balanced.

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MLB rule changes for 2022 and beyond

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The postseason will be expanded to 12 teams.

To begin extra innings, there will be no one on second base.

The National League will use the designated hitter starting in the 2022 season.

To deter tanking, a draught lottery will be used.

Draft picks will be induced to prevent service-time manipulation.

For the first time, patches on jerseys and decals on batting helmets will have advertising.

A player's ability to be optioned to the minor leagues several times in a season will be limited.

Teams will play at least one series against each opponent in both leagues in 2023, making the calendar more balanced.

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