Author: Mark Feinsand
Published on: 2021-12-02 16:34:48
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On the first day of Major League Baseball’s lockout, Commissioner Rob Manfred reiterated his belief that there is a deal to be made with the MLB Players Association.
Manfred addressed the media on Thursday morning to discuss the league’s decision to implement a lockout following three days of negotiations between the two sides in Irving, Texas.
“We made a proposal yesterday that if it had been accepted, I believe would have provided a pretty clear path to make an agreement,” Manfred said.
“You’re always one breakthrough away from a deal. That’s the reality … It’s my hope and expectation that the parties will get back to the table and get an agreement done.”
Manfred said he was not “frustrated,” but rather “disappointed” that the two sides were unable to work out a deal prior to the expiration…