A proposal has been made to change the timing of free agent signings. This plan would allow signings to occur during a few weeks in December and then resume in February. The goal is to create a burst of offseason transactions, similar to other professional sports leagues.

The proposal is tied to the adoption of a salary cap system, which has been met with resistance from the players' association. Further details about the plan are available, including statements from MLB representatives. The proposed changes aim to bring more stability and excitement to the offseason, but the outcome is uncertain due to the controversy surrounding the salary cap system.