The MLB collective bargaining agreement expires in under 18 months, with commissioner Rob Manfred hinting at potential contentious negotiations and advocating for a salary cap to address income disparities among players. The MLB Players Association rebuked his comments, arguing they undermine player solidarity and emphasizing the need for fair negotiations as free agency remains prolonged compared to other sports.
MLB Hall of Fame InductionDave Parker, Billy Wagner, and the latest inductees will be honored at Cooperstown this Sunday at 1:30 PM EST, broadcast on MLB Network. In conjunction with this event, Yardbarker's MLB writers identified one player from each NL club deserving of more Hall of Fame consideration. Need More Context? 🔎
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Clarke went 1-for-3 with a double and a run scored in Sunday’s 8-2 defeat to Cleveland but was removed from the game in the bottom of the eighth inning due to right hip discomfort, according to Theo DeRosa of MLB.com. For further analysis on this situation, visit RotoWire.com. Need More Context? 🔎
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Tarik Skubal may become the first American League pitcher to win back-to-back Cy Young Awards since Pedro Martinez, following his 11-strikeout performance in Detroit's 2-1 win over Texas. Meanwhile, Aaron Judge aims for a repeat MVP title, as the Yankees staged a significant comeback against Atlanta, winning 12-9 after trailing 7-2. Need More Context? 🔎
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