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Source: MLB owners approve plan to start season in July
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MLB owners approve proposing July start date to players' union, FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF-TV
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MLB owners approve plan to start season in July; players will hear proposal Tuesday
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MLB 2020 season: Officials optimistic about starting in June
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