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MLB, umpires close on new contract (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

Major League Baseball and its umpires are nearing agreement on a new contract, two people familiar with the negotiations said Monday. The deal could be reached as soon as Tuesday, the people said, speaking on condition of anonymity because no announcements were authorized. Management has been seeking to gain increased flexibility on postseason assignments as part of the agreement, which could allow...