A new MiLB wage battle is brewing in Florida, as MLB is working on the state level to exempt pro baseball from the state’s minimum wage requirements–tying into the many existential challenges faced by the sport. (more…)
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MLB, MiLB players reach minimum-wage pay settlement
As we predicted, Major League Baseball and Minor League Baseball players settled their differences after a California judge ruled MiLB players are year-round employees subject to minimum-wage laws. (more…)
Arizona Bill Would Exempt MiLB Players From Minimum Wage Laws
By Zach Spedden on January 25, 2019 in Major-League Baseball, Minor-League Baseball, The Front Office
An Arizona lawmaker has submitted a bill that would exempt minor league players from the state’s minimum wage laws, a proposal that has the backing of Major League Baseball. (more…)
MiLB Player Union Being Considered
By Zach Spedden on September 17, 2018 in Major-League Baseball, Minor-League Baseball, The Front Office
Amidst the continuing debate over player wages, there are reportedly discussions taking place about whether a Minor League Baseball player union can be formed. (more…)