Paul Skenes asserts MLBPA will reject salary cap in CBA talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:23 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
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.
- •Skenes is an MLBPA executive subcommittee member.
- •Current CBA expires on December 1.
- •Players are prepared to miss games if necessary.
- •Skenes emphasizes strong unity among players.
- •Owners are advocating for a salary cap.
- 11:23 PMYahoo Sports — Paul Skenes Makes Stance Clear On Looming CBA Negotiations
"A salary cap is a major talking point in negotiations.
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