The NHL and NHLPA are expediting changes to the playoff salary cap and long-term injured reserve rules for the 2025-26 season as part of a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, aiming to address roster management and competitive balance issues, with other rule changes and a shift to an 84-game season planned for future seasons.
The article discusses how Micah Parsons used a strategic 'hold-in' to force a trade from the Cowboys, highlighting how players can manipulate current NFL rules and how the league is likely to change the Collective Bargaining Agreement to prevent similar tactics in the future, ultimately aiming to maintain team control over player movements.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is criticized for repeatedly bypassing the NFL's collective bargaining agreement by negotiating directly with players, undermining the role of agents and risking league discipline. The article urges the NFL and NFLPA to enforce rules and curb Jones's unauthorized negotiations to preserve the integrity of the league.
The WNBA and the players' union met in Indianapolis to discuss a new collective bargaining agreement, but little progress was made, especially on revenue sharing. The meeting saw high player turnout but was described as unproductive, with disagreements over proposals and the league's delayed counteroffer. Both sides aim to reach an agreement before the October 31 deadline, amid ongoing negotiations over benefits, roster sizes, salary caps, and revenue sharing, fueled by record-breaking media deals and league revenues.
The NFL Players Association has decided to appeal a collusion ruling, despite potential procedural issues with the filing deadline, as they aim to protect players' interests amid secrecy surrounding the original decision.
The NHL has ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement, marking a period of unprecedented labor peace, with notable changes including an 84-game season, increased playoff funds, and the return of Olympic participation, though some players expressed concerns over the increased schedule and contract limits.
Brad Stevens discussed the Celtics' summer moves, emphasizing that the trades of Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday were driven by the NBA's second apron system in the CBA, which imposes penalties for exceeding certain salary thresholds. He acknowledged the emotional difficulty of these decisions but highlighted the league's goal of promoting parity by dispersing talent across teams. Stevens also indicated that financial considerations like the luxury tax are secondary to building a competitive team around Tatum, especially with his injury status affecting the team's strategy. Overall, the moves reflect a calculated response to league rules and a focus on future flexibility.
The NHL and NHLPA have ratified a new four-year Collective Bargaining Agreement extending through the 2029-30 season, reflecting a strengthened partnership and commitment to growing the game.
The NHL's new collective bargaining agreement extends the season to 84 games starting in 2026-27, introduces a playoff salary cap, tightens injury and roster rules, increases minimum salaries, and makes several other changes including dress code adjustments and contract term limits.
The NHL and NHL Players’ Association have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement extending until 2030, featuring an 84-game regular season, shorter contracts, a playoff salary cap, increased minimum salaries, and changes to the EBUG system, aiming for labor peace and improved league stability.
The NHL and NHLPA have reached a new collective bargaining agreement ensuring labor peace through 2030, with key changes including an expanded 84-game schedule, shorter contracts, salary cap adjustments, and a focus on peaceful negotiations, completed within three months and pending ratification.
The NHL and NHLPA are close to announcing a new collective bargaining agreement that includes an 84-game schedule starting in 2026-27, shorter maximum contracts, a playoff salary cap system, and the allowance of full-time emergency backup goaltenders, with ratification pending.
The NHL and NHL Players' Association have reportedly agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement that includes an 84-game season starting in 2026-27, new contractual rules reducing maximum contract lengths, and other updates, with an official announcement expected soon.
The NHL and NHLPA have agreed on key elements of a new four-year collective bargaining agreement, including an 84-game season starting in 2026-27, a shortened preseason, contract length limits, and a new playoff salary cap system, ensuring labor peace until 2030.
The NHL and NHLPA are negotiating an expanded 84-game regular season, up from 82, to address scheduling concerns and maintain rivalries, with discussions also covering other CBA issues like injury reserve rules. The current CBA expires in 2026, and negotiations are ongoing with a positive outlook.