No expanded playoffs in 2021 is a loss for the Seattle Mariners

8 Oct 1995: The Seattle Mariners join-up on the field to celebrate after they clinch the American League Western Division. The Mariners defeated the New York Yankees 6-5 at the King Dome in Seattle, Wahington.

MLB Network reported today that the MLBPA has rejected the MLB’s proposal for expanded playoffs and a universal DH in 2021. This is another move that will certainly cause more tension between two sides who have not been too fond of each other following last summer’s fiasco that led to just a 60 game season.

The MLBPA is rejecting a deal that would have meant a massive increase in money for the owners as there would be up to 65 playoff games compared to the normal 43, while the players…