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ESPN Friday 29 May 2026, 05:57 UTC By Jeff Passan 1 min read
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Why is the league pushing for a cap -- and why is the MLBPA so opposed? Here's what you need to know as baseball's CBA battle begins.

Why is the league pushing for a cap -- and why is the MLBPA so opposed? Here's what you need to know as baseball's CBA battle begins.
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