Rob Manfred is the current Commissioner of Major League Baseball (MLB), a position he has held since January 2015. He succeeded Bud Selig and is responsible for overseeing the operations and governance of the league. Manfred has a background in law and previously served as the MLB's Chief Operating Officer. Under Manfred's leadership, MLB has focused on various initiatives, including improving pace of play and expanding the league's global reach. He has also been involved in negotiations related to player contracts and labor relations, aiming to balance the interests of both team owners and players.