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Story summary
- MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is evaluating Nashville and Salt Lake City for two new franchises.
- He plans to expand the league from 30 to 32 teams after this season’s Automated Ball-Strike system rollout.
- Nashville leads because of state support, a strong college baseball base, and proximity to the Atlanta Braves.
- Salt Lake City is the other likely market, with investors noting Utah’s growth after the Mammoth hockey franchise.
