MLB Owners Formally Propose Salary Cap Amid Player Opposition
Owners presented a salary cap proposal in New York; players have pledged resistance, raising the possibility of a work stoppage in 2026.
MLB owners formally proposed a salary cap during a meeting in New York. Players have publicly vowed to resist any cap structure. Owners may attempt to force the issue by canceling games next spring, leaving players unpaid. The outcome of CBA negotiations could significantly affect the 2026 season.
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Fairchild Gets Guardians Call-Up While Kwan Away for Family Matter
Cleveland adds outfielder Stuart Fairchild on a short-term basis to cover for Steven Kwan, who is absent due to a personal family situation.
Guardians Call Up Fairchild as Kwan Hits Bereavement List
Cleveland made three roster moves at once: a call-up, a bereavement placement, and a 60-day IL transfer to clear a 40-man spot.
Clear skies confirmed for Red Sox-Guardians opener Friday night
Cleveland's City Connect Friday game gets a favorable weather report, with the Guardians officially noting perfect conditions at Progressive Field.
Guardians Call Up Fairchild as Kwan Hits Bereavement List
Cleveland made three roster moves at once: a call-up, a bereavement placement, and a 60-day IL transfer to open a 40-man spot.
José Ramírez Struggling Well Below Career Norms in 2026
The Guardians third baseman is posting a .739 OPS through late May 2026, a significant drop from his decade-long baseline as an MVP-caliber hitter.
MLB Counters MLBPA With $245M Cap and 50-50 Revenue Split Proposal
The league's opening counter in CBA negotiations includes a hard salary cap, a salary floor, and an even revenue-sharing split with players.