On this episode of ‘Class is in Session’ presented by UI Health, Doug Glanville and the panel discuss negotiations in sports, focusing on the recent MLB labor talks, but also how negotiations drive all aspects of the sports business landscape across professional and collegiate athletics. To watch the full episode, click here. 

Joining Glanville this month are two experienced professionals in the field of labor discussions, including:

• Evan Drellich – Senior writer for The Athletic, and one of the lead writers covering the recent MLB labor talks
• Jeffrey Kessler – Renowned labor attorney with extensive experience in sports law 

ABOUT CLASS IS IN SESSION: Hosted, written and co-produced by former Cubs outfielder Doug Glanville, Class is in Session explores the intersection between sports and society, looking at the human side of sport, with a discussion led by Doug Glanville and featuring distinguished panels of expert guests. In 2021, Class is in Session earned a Chicago/Midwest Regional Emmy Award in the category of Outstanding Achievement for a Sports Interview/Discussion. Previous episode topics include barriers for minority coaches in sports, the collegiate amateurism model, the relationship between patriotism and sports, the importance of mental health awareness and more.

Past episodes of Class is in Session are available on demand using the Marquee Sports Network app and website.