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If the upcoming negotiations do not produce meaningful compromises, baseball risks a disruptive lockout with long-term consequences. However, this period also provides an opportunity to reshape the sport for the better—increasing competitive balance, improving player safety, enhancing international outreach, reforming broadcast rights, and stabilizing franchise locations.
The path forward requires a collaborative effort: owners, players, and league officials must prioritize the sport’s future over short-term interests. Addressing these key issues now could ensure that baseball remains a vibrant, equitable, and globally appealing sport for generations to come.