Rob Manfred has thrown some cold water on the notion that the National League will adopt the designated hitter soon.
"The most likely result on the designated hitter for the foreseeable future is the status quo," Manfred told ESPN.com. "I think the vast majority of clubs in the National League want to stay where they are."
St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak recently said the idea of the NL adding the DH is "gaining momentum."
Manfred has admitted that NL clubs have become more receptive to a change.
"Twenty years ago, when you talked to National League owners about the DH, you'd think you were talking some sort of heretical comment," Manfred said. "But we have a newer group. There's been turnover. And I think our owners in general have demonstrated a willingness to change the game in ways that we think would be good for the fans, always respecting the history and traditions of the sport."