Major League Baseball (MLB) presented a new proposal on June 26, 2026, as part of ongoing negotiations related to the collective bargaining agreement (CBA). The proposal includes a focus on contract structures that involve deferrals, which have been notably utilized by the Los Angeles Dodgers. An example highlighted is the recent 10-year, $700 million contract signed by Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani, which includes significant deferred payments. The proposed changes aim to address these common contract tactics used within the league.
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MLB Proposes Changes Targeting Deferred Contracts in Latest CBA Negotiation
On June 26, 2026, MLB introduced a proposal in the ongoing CBA negotiations that targets the use of deferred contracts, particularly those employed by the Los Angeles Dodgers. The proposal references the recent contract of Dodgers player Shohei Ohtani, which includes substantial deferred payments.
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Goodbye deferrals? MLB’s latest CBA proposal targets common Dodgers contract tactics
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MLB Proposes Changes Targeting Deferred Contracts in Latest CBA Negotiation