One MLB division could unlock the looming ‘competitive balance’ debate
We are going to hear quite a bit about competitive balance over the next few months.

We are going to hear quite a bit about competitive balance over the next few months.

Even as the 2026 season continues, concerns about a potential MLB lockout ahead of the 2027 season are beginning to surface as the current labor agreement approaches its expiration. The league’s collective bargaining agreement expires at 11:59 p.m. ET on Dec. 1, 2026. If negotiations between owners and players stall, it could lead to a […] The post Tim Kurkjian goes scorched earth on potential 2027 MLB lockout, payroll concerns appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Amid criticism of the NBA's anti-tanking measures, the new rules could succeed for one simple reason — losing will no longer help you in any way.

From the Brewers to the Pirates, MLB owners are seeing franchise values explode while keeping payrolls flat and blaming the big spenders.
