MLB owners outline behavior rules ahead of December lockout

A leaked memo from Major League Baseball details guidelines for team owners during the impending lockout set for December 2. Owners are permitted to mingle with players at offseason weddings but cannot discuss baseball or the lockout. They must send any Christmas cards before the lockout begins, while player images will be removed from MLB websites, except for merchandise displays. The memo suggests an organized approach to the lockout, reflecting lessons learned from the previous one. As October baseball continues, concerns remain about the potential impact on the start of the 2027 season.

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