CBA Negotiations
MLB proposes salary cap with higher minimum salary
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Major League Baseball offered a new proposal in collective bargaining talks on Thursday that includes a salary cap and floor along with several changes sought by players.
Major League Baseball presented its first economic proposal for a new collective bargaining agreement to the MLB Players Association on Thursday. The offer includes a salary cap and floor starting in 2027 along with a 50-50 revenue split.
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Major League Baseball players' average salary reached a record $4.7 million in 2025, but the growth rate slowed to just 1.4%, lagging behind inflation. This comes as the league's collective bargaining agreement nears expiration, setting the stage for potentially tense negotiations. Attendance and revenue trends remain positive, bolstering the sport's financial health.