Manfred certainly isn't high on the power rankings of pro sports commissioners — really, they're all tied for last in the court of public opinion

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but sometimes fans are a bit vocal about their dislike of the MLB commish.

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During Game 5 of the Phillies-Astros World Series, a fan recorded something of a plea to Manfred,

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«Hey, Rob, if you want the youths, end the blackouts, dumbass,» the fan said.

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While crude, the fan has a point: MLB should take a long, hard look at its strict blackout rules,

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which prevent in-market viewers from taking in locally televised games.

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