Dodger BlueDodger BlueDodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Spring Training
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Font ResizerAa
Dodger BlueDodger Blue
Font ResizerAa
  • Dodgers News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
  • Team
  • Video
  • Odds
  • About
Search
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Spring Training
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Follow US
© 2024 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Dodger Blue > Featured > Players Association Wants Adjustments To New MLB Jerseys By Nike
FeaturedMLB News

Players Association Wants Adjustments To New MLB Jerseys By Nike

Scott Geirman
February 24, 2024
3 Min Read
Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers jersey details, Dodgers workout, 2024 Spring Training
Joe Camporeale/USA TODAY Sports
SHARE

As Spring Training workouts and games have gotten underway, the new MLB jerseys by Nike have garnered growing criticism from players.

Developed over several years, the tested and refined Nike Vapor Premier jerseys were engineered to improve mobility, according to details released by Nike. The design was first unveiled during the 2023 MLB All-Star Game, which didn’t generate many complaints or attention over the new look.

But the start of Spring Training brought on an outpouring of negative feedback for Nike and purported manufacture, Fanatics. The displeasure has much to do with the perceived decline in quality, which has prompted the Major League Baseball Players Association to step in, per Sam Blum of The Athletic:

The Major League Baseball Players Association is working to see if adjustments can be made to the league’s new uniforms, following a firestorm of negative reviews at the outset of spring training last week.

Although a change away from the current model is highly unlikely, the MLBPA is doing all they can to be at the front of any possible corrections.

Many players who have openly endorsed the jerseys have connections to Nike, which is a strong point to note with how the brand could be working to soften the immense blowback.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred reiterated that the jerseys were a Nike product, not having to do with Fanatics, despite public perception. Although Nike is in control of MLB uniforms, their takeover in manufacturing isn’t to blame for the drop in quality, according to Manfred.

Manfred noted that fans and players would need time to get used to the change, offering no initial thoughts on reverting to the old jersey model.

Jason Heyward approves of new Dodgers jersey by Nike

Among the many negative reviews of the jersey change, Jason Heyward is one member of the Dodgers who publicly endorsed the uniform swap.

Heyward explained his stance by noting the authentic feel of the material, which he called a much nicer design. The veteran outfielder is a fan of the new change in how the number feels on the back of the jersey.

Have you subscribed to the Dodger Blue YouTube channel? Be sure to ring the notification bell to watch player interviews, participate in shows and giveaways, and stay up to date on all Dodgers news and rumors!

Total
0
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
TAGGED:FanaticsMLBMLBPANike
ByScott Geirman
Follow:
Scott Geirman is a journalist from Simi Valley, California, currently working as a staff writer for Dodger Blue and Angels Nation. After working as the Sports Editor for the Moorpark College newspaper, he graduated from Cal State University, Northridge with a Bachelor's Degree in broadcast journalism with an emphasis in political science. Scott has a passion for reading, writing, baseball, family, Mookie Betts, and being a father to his beautiful daughter. He is currently pursuing his career in the sports media industry.
Ad imageAd image
Sign Up for Our Newsletter
Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

You Might Also Like

Garrett Cleavinger
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Dodgers Roster: Garrett Cleavinger Activated, Luke Raley Optioned

June 17, 2021
June 17, 2021
Shane Greene
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Shane Greene Wants To Help Dodgers Repeat As World Series Champions

August 22, 2021
August 22, 2021
General view of baseball
FeaturedMLB News

Arizona Fall League Testing Baseballs With Sticky Substance Applied

November 16, 2021
November 16, 2021
Cody Bellinger, Albert Pujols, Justin Turner
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Justin Turner Humbled To Be Dodgers’ Nominee For Roberto Clemente Award, Proud To Inspire Teammates

September 15, 2021
November 7, 2021

Categories

  • News
  • Rumors
  • Games
  • History

Information

  • Advertise
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

© 2025 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?

  • 日本語
  • 한국어