Still at odds over an economic plan, there are new doubts as to whether Major League Baseball and the Players Association can put aside their differences and finalize a plan for the 2020 regular season.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred can impose a schedule if he chooses, but is more reluctant to do so over the possibility of the union filing a grievance. As a result, Manfred changed his tone and can no longer guarantee some form of a 2020 campaign will be played.
Despite the lingering dispute, Manfred and MLBPA executive director Tony Clark reportedly met in person and the two sides are nearing an agrement.