MLBPA Proposes 28-Man Rosters to Protect Player Health

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MLBPA Proposes 28-Man Rosters to Protect Player Health

MLBPA proposed expanding active rosters from 26 to 28 for the first 15 days of the season, per Bob Nightengale. "Designed to protect player health in the lead up to and just after Opening Day," the proposal states. It would limit teams to 14 pitchers and give more jobs to players after spring training as CBA talks continue.

By Tanish Chachra

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Mets Pay Bobby Bonilla $1.2 Million on Annual Bonilla Day

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Alex Bregman Stays Tight-Lipped on His Thumbs-Down Celebration After Rounding the Bases

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Alex Bregman Stays Tight-Lipped on His Thumbs-Down Celebration After Rounding the Bases

Bregman was asked about the meaning behind his thumbs-down celebration after crossing home plate. "Nothing," he said. When asked whether it was a message to anyone, he replied, "No." Footage shows Bregman looking to his left after crossing home plate and giving a second thumbs-down gesture before turning away. 2026: .273 AVG, 6 HR, 28 RBI.

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