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The sentiment around a salary cap is complex, particularly when viewed against the backdrop of the league's recent developments. The successful implementation of pitch clocks and the general health of the game have contributed to a more promising environment than in past years. Drelich noted that owners are historically divided on the issue of revenue sharing—particularly between big-market teams and their small-market counterparts—further complicating discussions.
Moreover, Drelich pointed out that the current system already incorporates elements of a cap through the luxury tax mechanics. While the luxury tax serves as a soft cap, it allows some teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Mets to spend freely, a luxury that could cease to exist under a hard cap system.