Major league players received Bose headphones on opening day as a peace offering after a 99-day labor dispute.
Major League Baseball confirmed that headphones and a letter were left at the locker of each player when the season began. The present was reported by The Athletic.
Please accept this gift as a small gesture of my appreciation for the hard work that comes with being a Major Leaguer and your respect for our incredible fans. Wishing you a successful season.
The relationship with players has deteriorated since he became commissioner.
At the news conference announcing an agreement with the union to end this winter's lockout, Manfred admitted that he has failed in his role as a diplomat to players and pledged to improve the relationship.
The players told The Associated Press that the commissioner could do more to present himself as a steward of the game. The pitcher for the St. Louis Cards said he thought the damage was done.
He doesn't do anything for us, so don't take it personal. That is just how it looks from a players point of view.
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