According to Fox News, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is set to propose implementing an automated strike zone in the 2025 baseball season, coinciding with growing concerns over a potential player lockout (Fox News, June 5, 2025). This technology-driven development could boost interest in sports analytics and blockchain-based betting platforms, as automation and transparency become focal points in sports. Traders should monitor related crypto tokens and NFT sports platforms for increased volatility and trading volume if MLB integrates advanced AI and automation solutions.