Overview
- On his radio show, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo questioned why the reported relationship with Tony Clark’s sister-in-law was considered resignation-worthy and said such situations “happen all the time.”
- Russo suggested the resignation was “a camouflage,” claiming the FBI’s inquiry into alleged misuse of MLBPA funds is the real story, while adding he believes Clark did nothing criminal.
- Clark stepped down after roughly 12–13 years leading the MLBPA, with reports saying player leadership asked him to resign the day before he did.
- The reported relationship involves a sister-in-law hired by the union in 2023, a detail surfaced alongside a federal probe tied to whistleblower allegations of self-dealing and nepotism.
- The MLBPA named Bruce Meyer interim executive director as collective-bargaining talks loom later in 2026, with owners pushing for a salary cap and some observers warning of a possible lockout.