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MLBPA's Tony Clark Resigns Amid Controversial Allegations

2/21/2026

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Tony Clark resigned as executive director of the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) amid allegations of an inappropriate relationship with his sister-in-law, who has worked for the union since 2023.
Chris Russo, on his radio show, questioned the severity, calling it a family matter rather than a union issue, and suggesting an FBI link.
Bruce Meyer was appointed interim leader as MLBPA searches for a new executive director to keep collective bargaining moving.

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Tony Clark resigned as executive director of the MLB Players Association (MLBPA) amid allegations of an inappropriate relationship with his sister-in-law, who has worked for the union since 2023.
Chris Russo, on his radio show, questioned the severity, calling it a family matter rather than a union issue, and suggesting an FBI link.
Bruce Meyer was appointed interim leader as MLBPA searches for a new executive director to keep collective bargaining moving.