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Notably, some owners may resist a salary cap if it forces them to curtail expenditures that enable them to field competitive teams. This antithetical perspective leads to friction among owners, some advocating for increased spending while others strive to operate with a tighter budget.
Future of the MLB Players Association
The impending discussions also extend to the players’ side, represented by Tony Clark, executive director of the MLB Players Association. Clark has stressed that the dynamics of any work stoppage will evoke memories of the past, highlighting the negative consequences that further labor disputes bring to all parties involved—from players to concession workers.