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The segment also touches on the looming possibility of a work stoppage, referencing the previous 1994 strike. With some teams like the Dodgers spending heavily—potentially leading to a further divide between big-market and small-market teams—the risk of a labor dispute increases. The conversation emphasizes the importance of avoiding another lost season and suggests some reform, such as salary caps, could help restore competitive balance.
Lessons from the NHL
The NHL’s 2004-2005 lockout, which resulted in a season lost, paradoxically led to rule changes that improved the game’s entertainment value. The implication is that a similar reform-minded approach could benefit Major League Baseball if a labor conflict occurs.