Major league baseball is exempt from antitrust prosecution by way of the so-called "reserve clause." The elimination of the reserve clause in baseball to encourage players to act as free agents can help

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The elimination of the reserve clause can help reduce the exercise of monopsony power by team owners. Currently, the reserve clause allows teams to hold onto a player's rights even after their contract has expired, giving teams significant bargaining power over players. By eliminating the reserve clause, players would have more bargaining power and teams would no longer dominate the market for baseball players. This could lead to higher wages for players and a more competitive market for teams.

Major League Baseball Is Exempt from Antitrust Prosecution by Way