Former Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott speaks on 1994 MLB strike

Published: Aug. 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM EDT
Controversial former Cincinnati Reds owner Marge Schott speaks as the 1994 Major League Baseball strike kicks off. The strike ended up lasting a historic 232 days, stretching into 1995 and cancelling the 1994 World Series. Players turned to striking on Aug. 12, 1994, after team owners sought hard salary caps and changes to free agency payrolls. Originally aired Aug. 11, 1994