Overview
- The PHPA and the league confirmed ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement, clearing the way for play to restart.
- The agreement runs through the 2029–30 season after a tentative deal was reached Dec. 27.
- Games from Dec. 26–29 were postponed during the job action, including Jacksonville’s matchup with Orlando.
- The league said the pact significantly increases player compensation and improves health and safety.
- The union highlighted priorities such as limits on travel between back-to-back games, a Dec. 24–26 holiday break, guaranteed contracts, uninterrupted off-season medical coverage, a higher salary cap and group licensing.