THE disapproval of new MLB uniforms continues, this time focusing on the pants.
With spring training games officially beginning Thursday, MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark expressed more concerns about the uniforms. at ESPN after he said he visited various spring camps in Arizona, where there were more complaints about on-field attire.
“A lot of the talk confirms that pants are see-through,” Clark said. “It’s been an ongoing conversation where every day has brought something new that doesn’t seem to make as much sense as you would like.
“The universal concern is pants,” Clark said.
A lot has been said from fans and players about the new uniforms, which are the new Nike Vapor Premier uniforms made by Fanatics. Despite the MLB saying the uniforms are “designed to improve mobility, moisture management and fit”, they have been criticized for their cheap look, small lettering and limited customization options.
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But another layer – or lack thereof – was added when players began wearing the full uniform for photo days, where it was easy to see the tucked part of the jersey. As a result, Clark is disappointed that there are still concerns about uniforms at the start of games.
“It’s disappointing that we’ve come to a place where uniforms are a topic of discussion,” he said. “Every conversation with the guys gives more insight into what we’re seeing.”
Clark had addressed the jersey situation earlier in the week, and said the Major League Baseball Players Association would resolve the jersey issue before Opening Day. March 28. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred defended the new jerseys, previously saying that while there would likely be some negative feedback about them, he thought “they’re going to be very popular.”
Despite the general distaste for uniforms, some players remain indifferent to them.
“As long as I wear a uniform, I don’t care,” said the Los Angeles Dodgers‘ Bets on Mookie told USA TODAY Sports on Thursday.
