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Manfred Shrugs Off Harper Clash as Owners Renew Push for Salary Cap

The commissioner stresses his track record in labor talks to bolster a hard cap proposal ahead of the 2026 CBA deadline.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 25: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies in action against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on July 25, 2025 in New York City. The Phillies defeated the Yankees 12-5. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
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Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred announces Major League Baseball and the Chicago Cubs will host the 2027 All Star game at Wrigley Field
Jul 28, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) runs after hitting a two-run double against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Bryce Harper told Manfred to “get the f*** out” of the Phillies clubhouse over salary cap discussions, though both later shook hands on the same day.
  • Rob Manfred dismissed the incident as overblown, saying Harper simply expressed his views and nothing more significant occurred.
  • Manfred and team owners have revived calls for a salary cap to address widening payroll disparities before negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement begin.
  • The MLB Players Association has vowed to oppose any wage-limiting system, warning that a cap proposal could trigger a work stoppage after the 2026 season.
  • Manfred expressed confidence in avoiding a lockout by citing his history of successful negotiations and outlining plans to strike a deal for the 2027 season.