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MLB Faces Potential Work Stoppage Amid Ohtani's Stellar Performance

4/3/2026

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Major League Baseball (MLB) and the MLB players union are preparing for a potential work stoppage, with nearly $3 billion in funds.
Despite the threat, the sport remains energized after a successful World Baseball Classic and World Series.
Shohei Ohtani continues to impress, recording a 22 2/3-inning scoreless streak as a pitcher and a 37-game on-base streak.

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Story summary

Major League Baseball (MLB) and the MLB players union are preparing for a potential work stoppage, with nearly $3 billion in funds.
Despite the threat, the sport remains energized after a successful World Baseball Classic and World Series.
Shohei Ohtani continues to impress, recording a 22 2/3-inning scoreless streak as a pitcher and a 37-game on-base streak.