Sure Sports Introduces Lockout Line of Credit Ahead of 2026 MLB CBA Expiration
Hollywood, United States - October 31, 2026 / Sure Sports, LLC /
Sure Sports has launched its Lockout Line of Credit (LOLOC), a dedicated contingency financing product designed to give professional baseball players immediate access to liquidity in anticipation of a potential work stoppage tied to the expiration of Major League Baseball's Collective Bargaining Agreement on December 1, 2026. The product addresses a specific and time-sensitive financial gap that MLB players face when league-wide labor negotiations create uncertainty around regular paychecks and contract activity.
A Financial Product Built Around a Known Risk
The Lockout Line of Credit from Sure Sports is structured as a pre-arranged credit facility that players can draw on if a work stoppage disrupts their income. Unlike general personal loans or traditional lines of credit, the LOLOC is built specifically around the timeline and mechanics of MLB labor disputes, giving players a financial buffer that can be activated quickly if negotiations between the MLB Players Association and league ownership break down before or after the CBA deadline.
MLB work stoppage loans of this kind are particularly relevant because players do not receive salaries during a lockout or strike. For younger players and those earlier in their careers, even a short-term stoppage can create significant financial pressure. The LOLOC is designed to bridge that gap with a pre-established credit line rather than requiring players to scramble for financing after a stoppage has already begun.
17 Years of Athlete Financing Experience Behind the Product
Sure Sports has specialized in athlete financing since 2009, giving the firm more than 17 years of direct experience structuring credit solutions for professional athletes across major sports leagues. That background informs how the LOLOC was built - with an understanding of the irregular income patterns, contract structures, and career risks unique to professional athletes.
The firm's history in the space means its underwriting models are calibrated to athlete-specific financial profiles, rather than applying conventional consumer lending criteria that often do not reflect how professional athletes earn, spend, or manage wealth across the arc of a sports career.
"The December 2026 CBA expiration is not a hypothetical - it is a known date on every MLB player's calendar, and the financial consequences of a work stoppage can be severe, especially for players who are not in the top salary tiers," said Eric Tomasini, Director of Marketing and Client Service of Sure Sports. "The Lockout Line of Credit gives players a concrete option to get ahead of that uncertainty now, before negotiations intensify and before any disruption to their income begins."
Timing Tied to CBA Expiration Countdown
The launch timing of the LOLOC is directly tied to the approaching CBA deadline. With less than 2 months remaining before the current agreement expires, players and their representatives are assessing financial contingency plans. Historically, MLB labor negotiations have extended beyond expiration dates, and the 2021-2022 lockout - which delayed the start of spring training and pushed the start of regular season games. Going back to the 1994-1995 MLB player's strike, approximately 1/3 of the 1994 regular season was cancelled, including all post-season games. In addition, MLB cancelled 18 games per team to start the 1995 season, ultimately resulting in players missing nearly 50% of their pay over the 2 seasons - which demonstrated the real income disruption players can face. While the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) utilized a massive union strike fund built up over years from licensing and licensing-agreement revenues to support players during this time, there was still a giant loss of income for most players.
By launching the Lockout Line of Credit now, Sure Sports positions players to apply, qualify, and have a facility in place well before any work stoppage scenario materializes. Pre-arranging financing during a period of normal league operations is logistically and financially more straightforward than pursuing credit during an active labor dispute, when income uncertainty is already established.
About Sure Sports
Sure Sports is a specialized athlete financing firm that has provided credit solutions to professional athletes since 2009. The firm focuses on the distinct financial needs of professional sports players, offering products including the Lockout Line of Credit designed to address income volatility, contract timing, and league-specific financial risks.
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Contact Information:
Sure Sports, LLC
2116 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, FL 33021
United States
Eric Tomasini
+1-954-620-7038
https://suresports.com