Ken, Lima and producer John analyze the potential impact of an MLB salary floor on small-market teams, specifically focusing on the Cleveland Guardians' strategy of retaining homegrown talent. The discussion compares the MLB to other professional leagues and evaluates whether commissioner Rob Manfred's recent changes have helped or hindered the sport's growth.
Would an MLB Salary Floor Help or Hurt the Cleveland Guardians?
José Ramírez #11 of the Cleveland Guardians hits an RBI sacrifice fly during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Progressive Field on May 27, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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The Ken Carman Show with Anthony Lima
The only place to talk about the Cleveland sports scene weekday mornings is with Ken Carman and Anthony Lima from 6-10a! The show guides you through…
