Most baseball minor leaguers to be provided their own beds

CHICAGO (AP) — Most minor league players will get their own beds provided in team housing under a new Major League Baseball policy. Stepping up improvements for minor leaguers after widespread criticism, MLB’s housing policy will require teams provide furnished accommodations, with a single bed per player and no more than two players per bedroom. The housing must be located at a reasonable distance from the ballpark, and teams will be responsible for basic utility bills. MLB estimated the policy will apply to 90% of minor leaguers, all except those making $100,000 or more or with major league contracts.