MLB cancels the first week of the 2022 preseason and the tension increases

There is no deal between the players and the league…still

The MLB canceled the first week of preseason games until March 4.

For the first time, the league admitted the suspension of the preseason games comes from the lack of progress during the negotiations with their players.

The announcement was released after the 79th day of tensions between the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) and Major League Baseball.

People in charge of economic negotiations will restart on Monday. The MLB mentioned the teams’ negotiators committee will assist the seventh session since the strike began (December 2).

According to MLB information, spring camp beginning dates were this week. Meanwhile, exhibition games were supposed to begin on February 26.

“We are committed to reaching an agreement that is fair to each side,” Major League Baseball said in a statement. “On Monday, members of the owners’ bargaining committee will join an in-person meeting with the Players Association and remain every day next week to negotiate and work hard towards starting the season on time.”

“All 30 clubs are unified in their strong desire to bring players back to the field and fans back to the stands. The Clubs have adopted a uniform policy that provides an option for full refunds for fans who have purchased tickets from the Clubs to any Spring Training games that are not taking place.”

The MLB communicated to the Major League Baseball Players Association that February 28 is the last day to reach an agreement and begin the season in shape and form to respect the calendar.