(In the US) Harper vs Manfred: Phillies Star Unloads on MLB Commissioner Over Salary Cap

 

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper got into a heated confrontation with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred during a meeting in the team's locker room.

The clash happened after Manfred brought up the possibility of a salary cap in future collective bargaining talks.

Harper, usually reserved, stood up and told Manfred to “get the f--- out” if he wanted to continue discussing the controversial topic.

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Although they shook hands before parting, Harper refused to take Manfred’s calls the next day.

The MLB commissioner has been meeting all 30 teams to strengthen league-player relations, but the idea of a salary cap, opposed by the players' union remains divisive. 

Some rival players have expressed concerns about payroll disparities, indicating the debate will escalate ahead of the 2026 CBA expiration.