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Turning to the league landscape, Maloney addressed the Dodgers’ ongoing success, noting their impressive four World Series championships and significant payroll investment. The question was whether their dominance signals an impending MLB salary cap or lockout.
Maloney candidly dismissed the idea of a salary cap, instead citing the league’s system of tax penalties and deferred money strategies that facilitate the Dodgers’ resourcefulness. He argued that Major League Baseball currently features more parity than ever, with several teams competing at high levels and regular-season records reflecting increased competitiveness.