The league and players have signed a new 5-year collective bargaining agreement. That means no lock-out or strike for at least the next 5 years.
Details?
Rich teams can now spend more money on players before a luxury tax kicks in. AND teams that sign those players will no longer have to give up first round draft picks to the team that lost that free-agent. Players will be signing larger contract deals than ever now.
Players will benefit. Small market teams will feel the pinch. I personally think this will weaken the league, as it will be even harder for smaller teams to compete for the best players, but players are in it for the money, and the team's best interest are not their concern.
Highlights? The World Series will now be hosted by the team with the BEST record during the regular season. The All-Star game now has no purpose whatsoever. Which makes it a fun exhibition again. NO pressure on the teams, players, or coaches.
Finally, smokeless tobacco will be banned for all major league players. I can't believe it took this long, but good job baseball!
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