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‘We won't play': Salary cap impasse looms over 2027 major-league season

As the San Francisco Giants plot to get better, a dispute over an owner-proposed salary cap puts the start of next season, if not the season itself, in doubt.
‘We won't play': Salary cap impasse looms over 2027 major-league season

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‘We won't play': Salary cap impasse overshadows 2027 MLB season

Real estate projects in the Mission Rock neighborhood, seen behind Giants-owned Oracle Park, give the team the income and financial means to compete for free agents. (Noah Berger/For the S.F. Chronicle)

Sun, October 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM UTC·

MLBPA claims salary cap would ‘gut player rights’ as lockout remains strong possibility

Major League Baseball is in the middle of the most crucial part of the season. Two playoff rounds are nearly complete, and the American and National League Championship Series will get underway shortly. There are multiple story lines that are getting national attention. The Los Angeles Dodgers are pursuing their third straight World Series title, […] The post MLBPA claims salary cap would ‘gut player rights’ as lockout remains strong possibility appeared first on ClutchPoints.

With A Lockout A Looming Likelihood, How Will The New York Mets Negotiate The Offseason?

The push for a hard salary cap by MLB owners in contract negotiations with the players may lead to significant changes in how New York Mets' owner Steve Cohen operates his organization.

The Case for the Giants Being Aggressive This Offseason

The Giants should push to contend in 2027. Their roster age, payroll commitments and prospect depth make an aggressive offseason worth pursuing.

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These MLB playoffs prove that Rob Manfred's lockout push is built on a lie

The MLB postseason featuring several small-market teams proves that Rob Manfred's push for a lockout isn't based in reality.

Wild MLB playoffs payroll stat reveals league might not need salary cap after all

Take the Dodgers out of the equation, and the remaining MLB playoff teams rank toward the bottom of payroll leaders.

San Diego's Offseason Plans Likely To Be Affected By Lockout

With the MLB central office revealing the parameters for a potential lockout, the San Diego Padres may soon find themselves in offseason limbo.

How MLB's Proposed Changes Would Impact the A's

MLB's latest proposal would shorten the regular season and make changes to the postseason format — but only if players agree to a salary cap first

Report: MLB Will Go To Extreme Lengths Online During Work Stoppage

These Three Questions Will Define Padres Offseason

The San Diego Padres had a stellar season, but they still have plenty of question marks going forward.

Braves Enter 2027 with Space to Spend, It Needs to Be Done

The Atlanta Braves will be tasked with shaking up a team that accomplished its regular-season goals, but fell short on the ultimate prize

MLB Owners Pitch 154-Game Season, Expanded Playoffs in Labor Talks

The proposal also includes a weekly off day.

One Giants Reliever to Watch Closely Ahead of a Potential 2027 Return

Can this 2025 All-Star make his return to the mound in 2027?

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Could New MLB Proposal Affect Rockies Plans?

On Thursday, MLB officials came out with a new plan regarding regular season and postseason games. If this plan is approved, could it change the Colorado Rockies' view to the future?

MLB proposes reduced schedule, new playoff format

Will Rob Manfred get his way with more changes to the sport?

The Ronald Acua Jr. Question Looms Over the Braves' Offseason

A cryptic social media move has fans asking questions, but the facts say Acua is under team control and says he wants to stay.

How MLB Lockout Could Affect Athletics in 2027

How the MLB Lockout Will Affect the Athletics in 2027

Brewers wanted Dodgers. They believe this NLCS will be different than 2025

A year ago, the Brewers played the Dodgers in the NLCS and were thoroughly embarrassed in a four-game sweep. The Brewers vow that won’t happen again.

Goldschmidt Plans To Play In 2027 Despite Yankees’ Crowded Roster

Paul Goldschmidt wants to keep playing in 2027. With a new MLB playoff twist and a shorter season proposed, the veteran first baseman has a clear path.

Yankees Exit Leaves Boone, Cashman Questions Heading Into Likely Lockout

Aaron Judge calls for the club to be “all in” for 2027.

Dodgers vs. Brewers payroll breakdown: How expensive L.A. roster compares to cheaper Milwaukee team

The Brewers won three more games than the Dodgers in the regular season, but they're up against a spending gap in the NLCS.

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It was published on October 4, 2026 and last updated on October 9, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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