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Will there be a free agency splash before MLB lockout? And three other burning offseason questions

Major League Baseball faces a looming work stoppage as the current collective bargaining agreement is scheduled to expire on December 1 at 11:59 p.m. Commissioner Rob Manfred addressed the media in Milwaukee regarding the potential lockout, which centers on disagreements over a proposed salary cap.

While some industry insiders remain hopeful for a full 162-game season, others fear the entire year could be jeopardized by the ongoing dispute between ownership and the players union. The uncertainty surrounding the future financial landscape may influence how teams approach free agency in the coming weeks.

Unlike the heavy spending seen in late 2021, this year's market is headlined by pitcher Tarik Skubal, though the potential for a shutdown complicates contract negotiations.

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