PTI Should the MLB Implement a Salary Cap?
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Jan 21, 2026 
Steve Young, former NFL quarterback and Hall of Famer, shares his insights on the intensity of playoff football and the importance of game reps, particularly highlighting Jared Stidham's challenges. He also discusses Matthew Stafford's tactical prowess in tough weather conditions and hails Caleb Williams for an impressive fourth-down touchdown. Young emphasizes the creative tension Baker Mayfield harnesses for better performance, showing how mindset can influence outcomes on the field.
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MLB Players Will Resist A Salary Cap
- Michael Wilbon observes the MLBPA is far stronger than other sports unions and will fiercely resist a salary cap.
- He warns a cap demand could trigger a strike and potentially cost a season.
Pair A Cap With A Spending Floor
- Tony Kornheiser says a salary cap is acceptable if paired with a minimum spending floor to keep small teams competitive.
- He suggests making the luxury tax harsher to balance incentives and preserve competitive balance.
Owners Seek Guardrails For Competitive Balance
- Tony frames owners' push for a cap as seeking 'guardrails' to guarantee competitive balance.
- He notes the Dodgers spend wisely and that the commissioner's role represents both big and small-market owners.