"The Major League Baseball Players Association had $222.1 million in U.S. Treasury securities, $155.5 million in other investments and $37.4 million in cash as of Dec. 31."
"Each five-year cycle of the collective bargaining contract sees the war chest grow and money not already distributed sent to players after a labor deal was reached."
"Total assets, including receivables and fixed assets such as furniture and computer equipment, rose to $519 million from $353 million at the end of 2024."
"Major League Baseball also is accumulating cash ahead of bargaining, about $75 million per club in withheld central fund distributions."
The Major League Baseball Players Association's financial reserves reached $415 million as of 2026, up from $284 million in 2025. This includes $222.1 million in U.S. Treasury securities, $155.5 million in other investments, and $37.4 million in cash. The union has withheld licensing money for 2024 and 2025 to prepare for upcoming negotiations. Total assets rose to $519 million, reflecting growth in cash and investments. MLB teams are also accumulating funds, with $75 million per club in withheld distributions.
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