Here’s What’s In MLB’s New CBA

MLB and the players union finally reached a deal on a new CBA on Thursday, ending the 99-day lockout.

Here’s a rundown of what’s included in the new deal:

• The postseason will be expanded to 12 teams.
• A minimum salary increase for players with less than three years’ experience.
• The National League will adopt the designated hitter Player uniforms will include advertising on jersey patches and helmet decals.
• A draft lottery will be created, to discourage teams from tanking.
• Doubleheaders will return to nine innings for each game, and MLB will drop the rule that puts a runner on second in extra innings.

BREAKING: MLB owners and players reach tentative labor deal, reports say, clearing the way for start to spring training https://t.co/vEfv02EMGu

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