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Manfred says '100%' chance of MLB season, new proposal soon
NEW YORK – Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred says there is “100%” chance of big league ball this year.Major League Baseball will make another proposal to start the pandemic-delayed season, but Manfred vowed Wednesday to unilaterally order opening day if an agreement is not reached.The players’ association made its second proposal Tuesday, asking for an 89-game regular season and 100% of prorated salaries. MLB’s plan a day earlier was for a 76-game season, would guarantee 50% of prorated salaries and hinge 25% in additional money on the postseason’s completion.MLB has threatened a shorter schedule if players insist on 100% of their prorated salaries.