MLB players' association trying to unionize minor leaguers RONALD BLUM AP Baseball Writer Aug 30, 2022 Aug 30, 2022 Updated Mar 5, 2023 0 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save NEW YORK (AP) — The Major League Baseball Players Association is attempting to unionize minor leaguers, reversing decades of opposition.kAm%96 A=2J6CDV 2DD@4:2E:@? 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