MLBPA proposes competitive integrity tax and salary increase to MLB
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: May 27, 2026, 9:19 PM
Last updated May 27, 2026
The Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) has submitted its first proposal to Major League Baseball ahead of the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) expiration. The proposal includes a 'competitive integrity tax' aimed at addressing competitive balance and a request for an increase in minimum player salaries. As negotiations begin, both parties aim to avoid the turbulence of a potential lockout. The next steps involve further discussions between the MLBPA and league officials to reach a consensus before the looming deadline.
- •MLBPA's proposal was delivered ahead of the CBA expiration.
- •Includes a competitive integrity tax and increased minimum salaries.
- •Negotiations aim to prevent a potential lockout.
- •Further discussions are expected between the two parties.
- 9:19 PMCBS MLB — MLBPA makes first proposal to MLB ahead of CBA expiration: What to know as league tries to avoid lockout
"A 'competitive integrity tax' and an increase to the minimum salary were part of the union's initial proposal
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