21.   But the players union has said only that it will test the feelings of its members.

22.   But the players union is appealing the use of the franchise tag by Minnesota, Buffalo and Washington.

23.   Butler previously said he thought his activism with the players union might have been a factor.

24.   Campbell and the umpires are somewhat skeptical because of what they say has been a lack of respect in recent months from baseball and the players union.

25.   Don Fehr, executive director of the baseball players union, applauded the vote and said the bill would help prevent another baseball work stoppage.

26.   Eagleson is accused of defrauding his former clients, Labatt Brewing Co., Hockey Canada, the NHL and the players union.

27.   Ed Garvey, a former leader of the pro football players union, defeated state Sen. Gary George for the Democratic nomination.

28.   Even though this is a minor league complex, the players union frowns upon workouts by striking players.

29.   Fans in Minneapolis and Montreal must hope the players union can bargain to keep the two teams in business.

30.   Following the suggestion of the players union, Easler and his attorney have filed an unfair labor practice charge against the Red Sox with the National Labor Relations Board.