Thread by @whatwouldDOOdo

MLB has an exclusive deal with New Era to make our on-field hats in the US. But now New Era is planning to close its factory in NY next month and eliminate 200 union jobs in favor of non-union (cheaper) labor. #NewEraHatsOff

This move would mean New Era would pay workers less in both wages and benefits to make the hats in FL - and 200 NY families would be out of a job. (New Era also cut hundreds of union jobs in AL back in 2009.)
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This isn’t the first time that jobs of union garment workers who make MLB uniforms have been in jeopardy. In 2017, MLB was able to step in and help broker a deal to save 600 textile jobs at the Majestic factory in PA. It was a win for everyone.
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We stand in solidarity with the Derby, NY factory families who make the iconic on-field hats we put on everyday and fans wear to support their favorite team. We hope MLB can help these NY families the way they helped the uniform workers in PA. Otherwise, it’s #NewEraHatsOff

As players continue to stand together it’s important that we also continue to stand in solidarity with the union labor that has helped make our game what it is today.

From the garment workers who make our uniforms to the stadium workers, vendors & security staff at our ballparks to the transportation workers who people rely on to get to games - their work makes our game possible. Baseball could not have grown into a $10B industry without them.

As one of the most prominent unions in the US, we want to elevate the voices of the laborers whose work makes our game possible. The Derby, NY factory workers have been a part of our game, making the iconic on-field hats for over 50 years. They deserve better. #NewEraHatsOff