As the MLB lockout continues, a survey of fans on their attitudes toward the game show a majority will likely spend less money on games and merchandise as a result of the labor dispute relating to a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). (more…)
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After detour, MLB labor talks to resume Saturday
After a short mediator-centered diversion followed by owners meetings, MLB labor talks between owners and the players association are set to resume Saturday, with Rob Manfred expressing optimism spring training and the regular season will not be delayed. (more…)
MLBPA rejects mediation; now what?
With the Major League Baseball Players Association–as expected–rejecting an MLB request for federal mediation to resolve disagreements over a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the two sides are entering uncharted territory. (more…)
MLB, player reps set to meet in person Monday
After a Zoom meeting yesterday, MLB management and players association reps are set to meet face-to-face Monday, with reps set to present a counterproposal to the owners’ initial offer for a labor agreement. (more…)
It’s official: MLB lockout is on
The next step in the labor negotiations between players and MLB is now in place, as MLB officially locked out players after the last Collective Bargaining Agreement expired at midnight. What are they fighting over? (more…)