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Sports Leagues Face Labor Pains Amid Growth
21 Nov
Summary
- MLB faces potential lockout in 2027 despite varied team spending.
- NWSL grapples with a massive offer for star Trinity Rodman.
- Lakers fire Joey and Jesse Buss after decades of involvement.
Major League Baseball and the National Women's Soccer League are both navigating complex labor situations alongside periods of significant growth. In baseball, the offseason has been marked by uncertainty regarding a potential 2027 lockout, though current indications suggest this winter may not drastically differ from normal. Some smaller market teams are even preparing to increase their spending, offering a different flavor to the usual hot-stove season.
The NWSL is gearing up for an anticipated championship game while simultaneously addressing a substantial offer for its prominent player, Trinity Rodman, from a rival league. This situation, while potentially disruptive, is seen more as a shock to the system than long-term damage, prompting the league to confront systemic questions.
Elsewhere in the sports world, the Los Angeles Lakers have fired Joey and Jesse Buss, sons of the late owner Jerry Buss, after their long-standing involvement. Additionally, Baylor University and its athletic director, Mack Rhoades, have mutually agreed to part ways, with Rhoades citing a need to prioritize family and faith amid recent controversies.
