Garrett Stubbs comments on MLB lockout amid free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Garrett Stubbs, the former catcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, shared his concerns about ongoing labor negotiations between MLB owners and the players' union. Stubbs, who has entered free agency, expressed pessimism about progress in talks aimed at avoiding a potential work stoppage as the current collective bargaining agreement nears its December 1 expiration. He highlighted the central issue of a proposed salary cap, which the players' union opposes. Stubbs indicated that he believes the situation could lead to missed games next season if an agreement is not reached before the deadline, stating that the disagreement is 'super unfortunate.'
- •Garrett Stubbs offers a pessimistic update on MLB labor talks.
- •Current collective bargaining agreement expires on December 1.
- •Stalled negotiations focus on a proposed salary cap.
- •Stubbs states missed games next season are likely without an agreement.
- •He has left the Phillies to seek a new contract.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies Castoff Garrett Stubbs Sends Brutal MLB Lockout Update
"The Philadelphia Phillies’ former catcher offered a “super unfortunate” response on negotiations with MLB owners.
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