The MLB Lockout Is Over

Major League owners and players reached a new collective bargaining agreement yesterday, meaning that the 99-day lockout is OVER.

Opening day has been rescheduled to April 7th . . . one week later than it was supposed to be . . . but teams will still play a full, 162-game season.

Commissioner Rob Manfred said, quote, “I want to start by apologizing to our fans.  I know the last few months have been difficult.”

In addition to the economic aspects, the deal also includes:  A draft lottery to discourage teams from intentionally tanking . . . the National League adopting the designated hitter . . . expanded 12-team postseason .  . . the return of nine inning double-headers . . . and they’re scrapping the runner on second in extra innings.

The players also signed off on the league making future changes, such as the implementation of a pitch clock . . . banning the shift . . . and making the bases larger.  Those changes COULD be made as soon as NEXT season.

(You can read more about the deal here.)