This proposal is an attempt to break the union. A floor of $171.2 would increase salaries for at least half of the union. A cap would only hurt the very top free agents. Will be interesting if they ever allow a vote on it.
BREAKING: As expected, MLB proposed a hard salary cap to union officials today as part of the next CBA, sources tell ESPN. The salary floor for teams beginning in 2027 would be set at $171.2 million which includes player benefits with the ceiling at $245.3 million.