MLBPA Chief Calls MLB Salary Cap Campaign ‘Perverse’ Amid Labor Fight

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MLBPA Chief Calls MLB Salary Cap Campaign ‘Perverse’ Amid Labor Fight

Meyer accused MLB management of selling fans a false crisis while attendance trends toward its best mark since 2017. He called the league’s salary-cap messaging “perverse” and said the system would hurt players “for generations to come.” With the labor deal expiring on Dec. 1, management is expected to push toward another lockout after proposing a cap in May.

By Tanish Chachra

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Drake Baldwin Savors All-Star Moment After Flashy Arrival

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All Eyes on Baseball's Biggest Stars Ahead of Tonight's All-Star Game

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All Eyes on Baseball's Biggest Stars Ahead of Tonight's All-Star Game

The stage is set for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game as baseball's biggest stars prepare to take the field at Citizens Bank Park. Mike Trout leads the American League, while Kyle Schwarber heads the National League lineup. First pitch is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET, with the sport's premier showcase ready to deliver another memorable Midsummer Classic tonight.

By Abhay Aggarwal

Rob Manfred Dodges Donald Trump Question Ahead of MLB Labor Talks

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Rob Manfred Dodges Donald Trump Question Ahead of MLB Labor Talks

Rob Manfred said it would be “wildly inappropriate” to speculate about what President Donald Trump might do in labor talks, but noted that Trump is “a great sports fan” who understands the business side of sports. Trump has also intervened in the FIFA World Cup, personally contacting FIFA President Gianni Infantino after a U.S. player’s red card sparked controversy.

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All Eyes on Philadelphia for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game

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All Eyes on Philadelphia for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game takes center stage Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. First pitch is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET, with FOX beginning pregame coverage at 7:00 p.m. ET. Baseball’s biggest stars from all 30 clubs will gather for the Midsummer Classic in one of the sport’s premier annual showcases.

By Abhay Aggarwal

American League Looks to Extend Historic All-Star Game Advantage

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American League Looks to Extend Historic All-Star Game Advantage

The American League enters the 2026 MLB All-Star Game with a 48-45-2 all-time advantage over the National League. The NL claimed a dramatic 7-6 victory in 2025 after the first-ever home run swing-off, while the AL won in 2024. The last four Midsummer Classics have been decided by four runs or fewer, showcasing the rivalry's competitiveness.

By Abhay Aggarwal

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