MLB, Union, Olympics Discuss 2028 Player Participation

Major League Baseball (MLB), the MLB Players Association, and Olympic organizers are in active discussions about allowing major leaguers to participate in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Both Commissioner Rob Manfred and union head Tony Clark have expressed optimism and confirmed ongoing talks. An extended All-Star break and major scheduling accommodations are being considered to fit the Olympic baseball tournament, set for July 15-20 at Dodger Stadium, into the MLB season while maintaining a full 162-game schedule. Key logistical challenges include season calendar adjustments, club approval, player insurance, travel, and national television contract impacts. Players have shown strong interest in representing their countries, but further negotiations and solutions are needed before an agreement is finalized. The potential for MLB player participation in the Olympics is seen as a unique opportunity to promote the game globally, especially with the event hosted in Los Angeles.