MLB Players Elect Interim Executive Director

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson discusses the MLBPA's leadership transition.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) has elected Bruce Meyer as its interim executive director, replacing the recently resigned Tony Clark. Cincinnati Reds player representative Tyler Stephenson participated in the talks leading to Meyer's unanimous election by the MLBPA's executive board.

Why it matters

The MLBPA's leadership transition comes at a critical time, as the league and players' union prepare to negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement. The upcoming CBA negotiations could have a significant impact on the Cincinnati Reds and other MLB teams, particularly around issues like TV money and potential salary caps.

The details

Stephenson said Meyer has "a lot of experience" and that the plan is for him to serve as interim executive director until the new CBA is negotiated next year, at which point the MLBPA will conduct a proper search for a permanent replacement. The initial call on February 17th to discuss the executive director position ended without a replacement being named, allowing players to hold clubhouse meetings and get the latest information.

  • On February 17th, the initial call to discuss the MLBPA executive director position ended without a replacement being named.
  • On February 18th, players voted to elect Bruce Meyer as interim executive director of the MLBPA.

The players

Bruce Meyer

The newly elected interim executive director of the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA).

Tyler Stephenson

The Cincinnati Reds player representative and catcher who participated in the talks leading to Meyer's election.

Tony Clark

The now-former executive director of the MLBPA who recently resigned from the position.

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What they’re saying

“It's a guy (Meyer) with a lot of experience and this isn't the end-all, be-all, and the plan is that once the (collective bargaining agreement) and everything is negotiated for next year, we'll get the proper search.”

— Tyler Stephenson, Cincinnati Reds player representative (cincinnati.com)

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