"Salary arbitration is probably in place - was put in place then and probably is in place now - because I supported it."

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Bowie Kuhn

Baseball Commissioner

Bowie Kuhn was the Commissioner of Major League Baseball from 1969 to 1984, known for his strong advocacy for player rights and integrity in the sport.

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