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The NBA placed Miami Heat player Terry Rozier on unpaid leave amid an alleged gambling scandal involving illegal sports betting and mafia-linked poker schemes, with the players union criticizing the decision as unfair and contrary to the presumption of innocence. Rozier's salary is held in escrow as legal proceedings continue, and the league emphasizes its commitment to integrity.
WNBA players expressed disappointment after a 'missed opportunity' meeting with league officials regarding a new collective bargaining agreement, emphasizing the need for urgent negotiations on revenue sharing, salary structure, and prioritization, amid ongoing league expansion and increased franchise valuation.
WNBA players and league officials met for the largest in-person CBA negotiation in union history, but players left dissatisfied with little progress after a contentious meeting in Indianapolis.
WNBA players are preparing for a potential work stoppage as negotiations with the league over a new collective bargaining agreement have stalled, with a crucial meeting scheduled to try to resolve the issues before the October 31 deadline.
MLBPA's Tony Clark opposes a salary cap in baseball, arguing it would hinder the game's growth and competitive balance, and emphasizing the need for revenue sharing and minimum spending to address disparities between teams.
Fred VanVleet has been elected president of the NBA players' union, succeeding CJ McCollum, and will serve a four-year term, bringing his extensive experience as a player and advocate to the role.
MLB pitchers are experiencing a surge in injuries, leading to a dispute between the Players Association and the league over the cause. The union blames the pitch clock for increasing fatigue and injury risk, while the league denies its role. New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole likened the situation to "divorced parents" unable to agree on how to address the issue. The likely culprit, according to some players, is the steady increase in pitch velocity. MLB's ongoing study on pitcher health may provide insight, but frustration persists in the meantime.
MLB and the players union are at odds over the impact of the pitch clock on a recent surge of pitcher injuries, with the union blaming the league's modifications for reduced recovery time. The league, however, claims that empirical evidence shows no correlation between the pitch clock and injuries, pointing to long-term trends in velocity and spin increases. The debate comes in the wake of several high-profile pitcher injuries, raising concerns about player health and safety in the sport.
The MLB players' union has criticized the decision to shorten the pitch clock, stating that the conversations about the change were too brief and players had expressed concerns. The pitch clock, along with other game rules, was adopted ahead of the 2023 season and led to a significant reduction in game times. The union's executive director, Tony Clark, emphasized the need for more time for players to adjust to the clock and raised concerns about increased injury risk due to shorter recovery time for pitchers.
The NFL is working with the players' union to allow current and former players to participate in flag football at the Olympics, following the sport's official inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Games by the International Olympic Committee. The league aims to collaborate with USA Football and the International Federation of American Football to determine the process for players to represent their countries. The NFL has been actively promoting flag football and turned its Pro Bowl into a weeklong series of flag football competitions last year.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred and Tony Clark, head of the players union, are in disagreement over the implementation of a pitch clock during postseason games. Clark expressed concerns about the clock impacting meaningful games in October and suggested that a few extra seconds could be a palatable solution. Manfred, on the other hand, stated that MLB prefers to play the postseason by the same rules as the regular season but acknowledged that exceptions have been made. Both sides are open to negotiating on the issue, but MLB is cautious about conceding too much and potentially setting a precedent for future rule adjustments.
The NFL and the players union have announced a new quarterback-specific helmet designed to combat concussions. Meanwhile, the NFL's chief doctor has promised to "get it right" in the investigation into the handling of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa's injury.
The NBA and its players' union have reached a tentative agreement on a new seven-year collective bargaining agreement, pending ratification by players and team governors. The deal includes the introduction of an in-season tournament, a second luxury tax level, and a rise in the maximum value of contract extensions. Teams will be given an 80-game schedule for next season, including tournament games that will count in regular-season standings. The new CBA won't include a return to the policy that would allow high school players to enter the NBA draft.