Paul Skenes asserts MLBPA will reject salary cap in CBA talks

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes reiterated the MLBPA's stance against a salary cap in upcoming collective bargaining agreement negotiations. With the current CBA set to expire on December 1, Skenes emphasized the players' unity on the issue and expressed confidence that games will not be missed, although he noted that players are prepared to do so if necessary. The owners' push for a salary cap remains a significant point of contention, with Skenes indicating that a strong stance is critical for future players as well.

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