Lockout
League owners have approved hiring replacement referees as negotiations with the NFL Referees Association stall ahead of the 2026 season. Training for the new officials is set to begin on May 1 if no deal is reached. The collective bargaining agreement expires at the end of May.
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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred stated that preventing any lost games in 2027 amid a potential lockout is his top priority. With the current collective bargaining agreement expiring on December 1, 2026, MLB and the Players Association have begun early discussions on labor issues, including a proposed salary cap. Manfred emphasized his goal to maintain a record of no missed games during his tenure.