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Competitive balance is a recurring theme in discussions about MLB economics. The significant financial advantages enjoyed by certain teams can create disparity, leading some fans to feel hopeless about their teams' playoff chances. However, supporters argue that with the current system, teams can still find a way to compete by making judicious decisions and developing talent.
Despite these disparities, attendance records suggest that baseball is thriving—fans are engaged, and viewership is on the rise, indicating that the sport is far from dying.