Amid the Chicago Cubs’ 2027 All-Star bid, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is hopeful baseball will avoid a lockout ahead of the 2027 campaign. Despite a recent heated exchange between Manfred and Phillies infielder Bryce Harper, the MLB commissioner hasn’t shown any worry over the new CBA. Manfred, who announced Chicago Cubs’ Wrigley Field will host the 2027 All-Star Game, addressed the possibility of a lockout.