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Tony Clark resigned as executive director of the MLBPA amid a federal probe into potential misused funds and reports of an inappropriate relationship with his sister-in-law, who has worked for the union since 2023. Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo questioned the propriety of the relationship, suggesting it could be a family matter or tied to the FBI investigation rather than a broader league issue.
Bruce Meyer was unanimously elected interim executive director of the MLB Players Association and now must unite a divided membership and lead tough negotiations as MLB pushes for a salary cap and a potential 2027 lockout, expanding beyond his role as Clark’s No. 2 to a broader CEO-like leadership as the union eyes a permanent successor.
Bruce Meyer was unanimously elected the MLB Players Association's seventh executive director, succeeding Tony Clark who resigned amid an inappropriate relationship with a union employee and a federal probe into the union’s finances. Meyer will lead on an interim basis through next year’s bargaining with MLB, with talks likely to begin in April before the December expiration of the current CBA and a possible owners lockout. Matt Nussbaum was named interim deputy executive director. The move is intended to bolster transparency and a tougher bargaining stance, though Meyer’s ties to top agents and past criticisms persist. Meyer's 2026 salary is set at about $1.6 million, well below Clark's.
Bruce Meyer was unanimously elected interim MLBPA executive director to replace Tony Clark, who resigned amid reports of an inappropriate relationship with his sister-in-law. Meyer, a longtime negotiator with the union, will lead labor talks on the next CBA as the current agreement nears expiration, with Matt Nussbaum named interim deputy director to maintain stability during a potentially contentious bargaining period.
Bruce Meyer, the MLB Players Association’s No. 2 official, says he’s shaken by the events surrounding Tony Clark’s resignation as executive director, signaling internal turmoil as leadership changes unfold.
A veteran columnist argues that Tony Clark’s resignation as MLBPA executive director—amid allegations of a personal relationship overlapping with his role and a federal probe into OneTeam Partners—damages Black leadership in baseball at a pivotal labor moment, potentially affecting player negotiations and morale ahead of a looming 2026 season, while suggesting the upheaval could also create space for renewed Black leadership and accountability.
MLBPA chief Tony Clark resigns amid a scandal, with a potential interim leader eyed as the CBA deadline nears. As Spring Training begins, several veterans have signed minor-league pacts (including Walker Buehler, Mike Tauchman, Nathaniel Lowe) hoping for a roster spot, while others like Lucas Giolito and Max Scherzer may chase major-league offers. The Braves’ rotation remains unsettled due to injuries, and while there’s talk of adding arms such as Giolito, Bassitt has already signed with the Orioles.
Tony Clark will resign as head of the Major League Baseball Players Association amid a U.S. Attorney probe into One Team Partners, the union’s licensing venture. The move comes as talks to replace the expiring collective bargaining agreement begin in April, with management reportedly proposing a salary cap that could spark a work stoppage. Clark, 53, led the union since 2013 and oversaw 2016 and 2022 agreements; Bruce Meyer is expected to lead negotiations moving forward.
Tony Clark resigned as MLBPA executive director after an internal investigation found an inappropriate relationship with his sister-in-law, who was hired by the union in 2023. The departure comes as a federal probe into potential misused funds from a licensing deal involving OneTeam expands, raising questions ahead of a looming Dec. 1, 2026 CBA expiration and potential labor talks. Bruce Meyer is a leading candidate for interim leadership as the union faces ongoing scrutiny.
Tony Clark will resign as MLBPA executive director amid a federal probe into licensing money and the Players Way program; the MLBPA’s eight-member executive subcommittee said an interim director will be named and an external search won’t be started, as the union heads into upcoming CBA negotiations with MLB and Clark’s long tenure (since 2013) and anti-cap stance provide context for the leadership transition.
Tony Clark is expected to resign as MLBPA executive director amid federal investigations into licensing funds and the Players Way program, with an interim successor likely to be named before upcoming labor talks as the union braces for a possible lockout when the current CBA expires.
The World Baseball Classic faces a participation crisis as multiple stars, notably Puerto Rico captain Francisco Lindor, are denied insurance to play and risk withdrawing. MLB and the MLBPA are pressuring the insurer to reverse decisions, while players without coverage can still play at their own expense, risk salary loss, or skip the tournament. Denials frequently cite age or recent injuries, and the situation echoes past injuries that have raised the stakes. With rosters due soon and the March 5 start approaching, teams may need last-minute replacements.
Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association have held preliminary talks about the sport's economic structure, signaling the start of discussions that could lead to a lockout if a new collective bargaining agreement isn't reached before the current one expires in December 2026. The talks are mostly symbolic at this stage, with substantive negotiations expected to begin next spring, amid ongoing disagreements over issues like salary caps.
Federal authorities are investigating the MLB Players Association's for-profit venture, Players Way, which reportedly spent at least $3.9 million—possibly up to $10 million—on minimal activities since 2019, raising concerns about financial mismanagement and misuse of union funds amid allegations of nepotism and lack of transparency.
The 2025 MLBPA Players Choice Awards were announced on CBS Mornings, with Cal Raleigh named Player of the Year, Kyle Schwarber as the National League Outstanding Player, Tarik Skubal as the American League Outstanding Pitcher, and Paul Skenes as the National League Outstanding Pitcher, among other award winners.