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Work stoppage possible if baseball deal expires Dec. 1

6/16/2026

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Tom Glavine warned that a work stoppage could occur if the collective bargaining agreement expires on Dec. 1.
Owners have proposed a salary cap with a $245.3 million ceiling and a $171.2 million floor.
Glavine noted payroll gaps, citing the Dodgers’ payroll above $500 million versus the Guardians’ roughly $70 million.
He warned that missing a deal by Dec. 1 could jeopardize the 2027 season and restrict player freedom.

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Tom Glavine warned that a work stoppage could occur if the collective bargaining agreement expires on Dec. 1.
Owners have proposed a salary cap with a $245.3 million ceiling and a $171.2 million floor.
Glavine noted payroll gaps, citing the Dodgers’ payroll above $500 million versus the Guardians’ roughly $70 million.
He warned that missing a deal by Dec. 1 could jeopardize the 2027 season and restrict player freedom.