Several managers support moving All-Star Game

Chicago Cubs manager David Ross. Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

Several MLB managers voice support for decision to move All-Star Game out of Atlanta

By Erin Walsh | Last updated Apr 3, 2021 1:34 PM ET

Major League Baseball's decision to move the All-Star Game and draft out of Atlanta was met with support from several managers around the league.

Chicago Cubs manager David Ross said the league made "a pretty strong statement" by moving the midsummer classic to a new location.

Cubs manager David Ross, on MLB's decision to pull the All-Star Game out of Atlanta:

"I think it's a pretty strong statement that MLB's making and why they're making it: to support equal voting rights for everyone. I think I would definitely agree with that."
— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) April 3, 2021

Boston Red Sox skipper Alex Cora applauded MLB for being "active" and taking a stand against voter suppression.

Alex Cora on the ASG being moved: "It's not an easy decision. MLB decided to move the game. One thing I applaud: MLB was active on this."

"For our league to take this step and make a decision based on what society should be about, you have to applaud it."
— Chris Cotillo (@ChrisCotillo) April 3, 2021

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona had similar thoughts, saying he fully supports the decision.

Terry Francona, on MLB's decision to pull the All-Star Game out of Atlanta: pic.twitter.com/WaWclh4l4i
— Zack Meisel (@ZackMeisel) April 3, 2021

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announced the decision to move the festivities out of Atlanta in response to Georgia lawmakers passing a bill that will overhaul state elections. The new law adds guidelines around mail-in ballots, voter registration and provides state officials more authority around how elections are operated.

Critics of the state's new voting bill say it will suppress votes, particularly among people of color.

A new location for this year's All-Star Game and draft has not yet been determined.

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90

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