The Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani to a $700 million deal and won the 2024 World Series. They have made several other big signings since then, leading to criticism that they are “bad for baseball.” Commissioner Rob Manfred disagrees, stating that the Dodgers are following the rules and trying to give their fans the best product. The payroll disparity in the league is a concern, but Manfred believes competitive balance can be measured in different ways. Despite calls for a salary cap, MLB has seen 16 different champions in the 2000s, showing that parity can exist without one. The NFL and NHL lack the parity seen in MLB, whose playoff field is the smallest. The upcoming Super Bowl features the Chiefs and Eagles, with concerns about a widening spending gap and the upcoming 2026 CBA negotiations. MLB Commissioner Manfred emphasizes the need for multiple solutions to address league concerns.
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In the first edition of Position Player Playing Time Changes by Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images, recent adjustments in projected plate appearances for various players are highlighted. Notable changes include increased playing time for players like Curtis Mead and Spencer Torkelson due to strong performances, while others like Eloy Jiménez and DJ LeMahieu are seeing decreased projections due to emerging competition and injuries. These shifts in playing time are influenced by factors such as injuries, performance,...
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