https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mlb-makes-big-push-for-salary-cap-floor-with-public-statement-outlining-labor-negotiations-with-mlbpaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mlb-makes-big-push-for-salary-cap-floor-with-public-statement-outlining-labor-negotiations-with-mlbpahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mlb-makes-big-push-for-salary-cap-floor-with-public-statement-outlining-labor-negotiations-with-mlbpa#u19816Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:16:11 +0000Major League Baseball has issued a public statement pushing for a salary cap and floor after the 2026 season. The proposal includes restrictions on free agent contract lengths and a ban on deferrals. These moves have increased the likelihood of a lockout this December and a disrupted 2027 season.What's confirmed:MLB is seeking a salary cap and salary floor for the period following the 2026 season.The league proposes a maximum contract length of 5 years for free agents changing teams.MLB wants to prohibit the use of deferrals in contracts.The latest proposal includes an increase to the minimum