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MLB proposes contract length limits, no deferrals

Major League Baseball has submitted a new collective bargaining agreement proposal to the MLBPA. The plan seeks to limit free agent contract lengths and eliminate deferred payments. It also proposes a salary cap and floor alongside an increase in the minimum wage.

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MLB introduced new restrictions on contract duration and a proposal for a salary cap.

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  1. MLB Proposes Contract Length Limits and Salary Cap in New CBA Offer

    Major League Baseball has submitted a new collective bargaining agreement proposal to the MLBPA. The plan seeks to limit free agent contract lengths and eliminate deferred payments. It also proposes a salary cap and floor alongside an increase in the minimum wage.

    What's confirmed:

    • MLB proposed a maximum five-year contract limit for free agents changing teams.
    • The latest proposal includes the elimination of deferred-money contracts.
    • MLB is pushing for the implementation of a salary cap and a salary floor.
    • The proposal includes an increase to the minimum salary.
    • MLB seeks to shorten the time some players must wait to reach free agency.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The owners' plan to reshape the path to professional play runs counter to growing the game.
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