The Los Angeles Dodgers have specifically focused on enhancing their team by signing top free agents for the second straight offseason, resulting in a projected payroll of $389 million for 2025, far surpassing the New York Mets at $331 million. In contrast to other championship teams that reduce spending, the Dodgers remain aggressive. Yankees GM Brian Cashman highlights this shift in the competitive landscape of MLB, emphasizing the need for teams to adapt and elevate their game to remain competitive game after game, particularly when facing the Dodgers' financial might.
Regardless of financial circumstance, the job is to find a way to compete, whether it's financial might or amateur draft... the Dodgers have raised the bar.
The Dodgers doubled down on their drive of making on-field talent a main priority, contrasting with franchises that often step back from spending after a championship.
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