Less than two years ago, the Los Angeles Dodgers found themselves filing for bankruptcy. Now they are continuing a massive spending spree by signing Zack Greinke for $147 million on Saturday. There seems to be no limit to what the Dodgers will spend despite facing a luxury tax. All of this was made possible thanks to a TV deal which will bring between $6-7 billion in revenue over the next 25 years. The Dodgers are now the most expensive sports team in history. Should the Dodgers be able to basically 'buy' themselves a possible title? If this trend continues, would fewer and fewer teams remain relevant causing less competition making the game less interesting to watch?
Cody E
Kin 332i T,Th 2:00-3:15
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Cody, I think the issue on relevance is something that doesn't really have to worried about. Take the Yankees for instance, this team has spent massive amounts of money on their players over the year to earn them a rep for buying a stacked team. They have purchased many big name players to create this supposed super team, yet it is because of this super team that society loves to watch any game with their team pinned against them. They like the competition along with the possibility of their team winning over such a powerhouse. As far as the being able to buy a title goes, the Yankees are another good proving point that just because you buy great players doesn't mean they will play great together. The Yankees have not won every major competition that ever existed. Just something to think about.
Nicco Gonzalez
Kin 332i TuTh 12:30-1:45
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