Discussions for major leaguers in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in early stages
MLB wants selected players to report for the Games and is negotiating hotel, ticket and schedule terms with the players union.
- On Wednesday, negotiations continue between MLB and the MLB Players Association over players participating in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, with disputes centered on mandatory participation agreements and tournament scheduling.
- Commissioner Rob Manfred described the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as a "unique opportunity" to market baseball globally, though he acknowledged the tournament creates a "disruptive undertaking" for the league's season.
- The MLB Players Association opposes league proposals imposing fines or suspensions for non-participation and seeks better travel and accommodation standards for athletes during the tournament.
- Union executive Bruce Meyer characterized current discussions as being at a "very early stage," while the MLB Players Association seeks a deal modeled on the International Olympic Committee's agreement with professional hockey players.
- To accommodate the 11-day tournament, MLB proposed moving the 2028 regular season start date to March 23, aiming to grow the sport's international profile before its national television deal expires.
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Discussions about the participation of MLB players in the Los Angeles Olympic Baseball Tournament in 2028 are in their early stages.
Commentary: To seize 2028 Olympics spotlight, does MLB really need draconian participation rules?
It is clear that MLB is getting tired of not always securing participation from marquee players in marquee events. But the league's proposal for the 2028 Olympics feels heavy-handed.
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