The universal DH is likely coming to a ballpark near you.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred kicked off his owner's meeting news conference last Thursday stating, "We've agreed to a universal designated hitter." No doubt this was more posturing to prove what the owners have already done for the MLBPA, but the universal DH is a request by the MLBPA that also makes sense for the owners, who need to insure their valuable arms. There's no doubt it will become official if and when a collective bargaining agreement is reached. Unless you're a fan of the double-switch or you're Zach Greinke's mom, you're probably OK with this, too.
If you are optimistically preparing for a draft, here are five players who should benefit from the universal DH.
