The union has called for a raise of 12 percent over four years.
In recent history, this union has called two major strikes.
The union has called a meeting of player representatives for tonight.
The union, which was organized in 1945, has never called a strike.
The union, whose members' salaries average $44,000 a year, has called for a 24 percent raise over three years.
However, when their wages are cut, the union calls for a strike.
The union called the order a mistake and said it would appeal today.
The union is calling on Congress to tighten the rules.
The union extended its old contract a few days rather than call a strike.
The union called on subway, electricity and post office workers to walk out for 24 hours next week.