In a case that has lasted roughly eight years, the MLB has agreed to pay a $185 million settlement to minor leaguers for alleged violations of minimum wage laws.
An early estimate by Brian Kriegler, the players’ damages expert, believes each player will earn roughly $5,000 to $5,500 from the settlement. If the lawsuit is approved, the players will split approximately $120 million with another $55.5 million being split among lawyers and $5.5 million to cover reimbursements.
Former MiLB pitcher and the players’ lead lawyer, Garrett Broshuis, weighed in on the impact this will have on the Minor League (quotes via Ronald Blum, Associated Press)
“This settlement is a monumental step for minor league players toward a fair and just compensation system.