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MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

February 13, 2026

Major League Rugby (MLR) has secured a new collective bargaining agreement with its players, marking a significant milestone for the league as it prepares for a six-team season following a tumultuous off-season. The agreement was reached after the departure of four teams and the merger of two, with leaders from both sides expressing optimism for the future of professional men's rugby in the U. S.

MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

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MLR has finalized a collective bargaining agreement with its players.
The league will operate with only six teams following the exit of four franchises and the merger of two.
The new agreement is seen as a 'new standard' for professional men's rugby in the U. S.
Leaders from both MLR and the players' union expressed satisfaction with the negotiations.

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MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

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MLR leaders hail players union deal as US league heads for six-team season

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