The MLB lockout has been a recurring theme in the history of Major League Baseball, often disrupting spring training and creating uncertainty for players and fans alike.
From the 1973 lockout, which saw no games canceled, to the more impactful 1981 strike that wiped out 713 games, labor disputes have shaped the landscape of the sport.
As the 2022 season approaches, it’s essential to understand the events that led to the latest lockout and the new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that finally ended it.
The CBA, a crucial contract between MLB and the MLB Players Association, covers everything from player salaries to game rules.