By Michael Shapiro Say goodbye to pitchers hitting. View the original article to see embedded media. MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced Thursday that a designated hitter will be implemented in the National League in 2022. Manfred’s announcement comes as MLB and the Players’ Union continue to negotiate a host of issues amid a lockout. Manfred also announced Thursday a draft lottery will be added as an anti-tanking measure. Manfred added he expects the regular season to begin on time on March 31. Spring Training is currently in jeopardy, though Manfred also expressed optimism on that front. …