Teams warned to act quickly on free agents ahead of expected MLB lockout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 6:02 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Major League Baseball teams, including the Dodgers, Yankees, and Mets, are urged to sign free agents before a probable lockout. Agents, particularly Scott Boras, advocate for early signings to maintain flexibility in roster building. A potential salary cap could complicate matters for teams exceeding proposed limits. Uncertainty surrounds future contracts if the cap is implemented. The offseason scenario is evolving as teams assess their strategies.
- •Dodgers, Yankees, and Mets advised to secure free agents soon.
- •Scott Boras encourages early signings to avoid future restrictions.
- •A salary cap could alter contract negotiations for high-spending teams.
- •Teams risk being affected by lockout-related complexities.
- •Current offseason dynamics may lead to significant player movements.
- 6:02 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers, Yankees, Mets and other big spenders warned about MLB free agency timeline
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