Dozens of arbitration-eligible players reached agreements with their teams, settling on a contract figure for 2025, avoiding the prospect of an arbitration hearing ahead of the league’s deadline on Thursday, Jan 9.

One notable player, Red Sox outfielder and All-Star MVP, failed to reach an agreement before the deadline, resulting in both sides potentially heading to an arbitration court hearing to determine the player's salary for the season.

The two sides ultimately settled and Matty Kiwoom breaks down what exactly arbitration is in Major League Baseball.

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