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Scott Boras discusses free agent market at GM meetings in Las Vegas

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 11:58 PM

Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Scott Boras discusses free agent market at GM meetings in Las Vegas
Summary

Scott Boras held a news conference at the general managers meetings in Las Vegas, quipping about interest in his client Tarik Skubal. With Major League Baseball's labor contract expiring soon and potential lockout looming, Boras indicated that players are aggressively pursuing contracts. He asserted that veteran players are prepared to sit out to resist the introduction of a salary cap, which was proposed by owners amidst increasing franchise values. The meetings come as teams look to finalize deals before December 1.

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  • •Boras jokes about owner interest in Tarik Skubal.
  • •MLB's labor contract expires on December 1.
  • •Players are prepared to fight against a proposed salary cap.
  • •Teams aim to finalize contracts before a potential lockout.
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  • 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — When Scott Boras' phone rings, agent quips: 'Just another owner begging to meet with Skubal'
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Scott Boras was 15 minutes into his annual pun-filled news conference at the general managers meetings when a cellphone rang in his pocket.“Just another owner begging to meet with Skubal,” baseball's most visible agent quipped Wednesday.

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