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Labor lawyer Eugene Freedman on the state of the MLB lockout
Episode 565

Labor lawyer Eugene Freedman on the state of the MLB lockout

Cubs Talk Podcast

February 9, 202240m 38s

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Show Notes

The MLB lockout is going on with hopes that the season will start on time in the balance. On today's pod, union expert, lawyer, and baseball labor writer Eugene Freedman joins Tim Stebbins and Gordon Wittenmyer to provide a detailed breakdown of what the players union is seeking in the new CBA, how will future negotiations go, and more.

(4:00) - What does it mean when the owners lock out the players?

(14:20) - Can the players do anything to push the owners their way?

(29:00) - Can tanking be fixed?

(38:16) - Where will negotiations go from here?