Why Is Major League Baseball Exempt From Antitrust Laws?

The video explores the unique antitrust exemption granted to professional baseball by the Supreme Court in 1922, which has allowed Major League Baseball to operate as a monopoly. It delves into the history of the Federal League and the legal battles that led to this decision, highlighting the implications of the ruling on the sport's operations, including player pay and league expansion. Despite recognizing baseball as an interstate business, the Court has maintained the exemption due to precedent.

What was the primary aim of the Sherman Antitrust Act?

• To promote baseball as a national sport

• To limit monopolies and protect competitive business practices

• To regulate player salaries in sports

• To establish a federal baseball league

Which league's collapse led to a significant legal case involving baseball's antitrust status?

• The American League

• The Minor League

• The National League

• The Federal League

Who was the Justice that wrote the decision in the Federal Baseball Club vs. National League case?

• Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

• Justice Sonia Sotomayor

• Justice Thurgood Marshall

• Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes

What does the antitrust exemption allow Major League Baseball to do?

• Operate as a monopoly

• Avoid paying taxes

• Expand internationally without restrictions

• Set player salaries without negotiation

Despite recognizing baseball as an interstate business, why has the Court maintained the antitrust exemption?

• Due to public demand

• Citing historical precedent

• To encourage more teams

• To support player unions