Major League's new IBB rule is a small, but welcome change

In response to the declining popularity of baseball, Major League Baseball officials have proposed several rule changes in order to make the game’s pace of play a bit quicker.

One change that will take affect this season focuses on intentional walks. The MLB agreed to change the rule where instead of having a pitcher throw four balls to walk a hitter, managers can send out a signal that will advance a batter to first base.

Most of the proposed rule changes from the MLB, spearheaded by Commissioner Rob Manfred, have been met with criticism — and in some cases, outrage — by baseball fans.

The ch...