The Los Angeles Dodgers have been a hot topic over the past few weeks, not only because of their success in the postseason so far, but because of the ways and means by which they’ve made it to knocking on the door of their second straight World Series title.<\/p>\n
With a roster worth over $500 million, the Dodgers dwarf their NLCS opponent Milwaukee Brewers in terms of spending. For example, starting pitcher Blake Snell will make more this season than the entire Brewers pitching staff.<\/a><\/p>\n More news: Dodgers Move One Win Away From World Series With Dominant NLCS Game 3 Win Over Brewers<\/a><\/p>\n As ESPN’s Jeff Passan notes in a feature on the Dodgers and their deep pockets<\/a>, this matchup could be a defining point in the arguments made next year when the MLB and MLBPA argue the terms of a new collective bargaining agreement, which expires Dec. 1, 2026.<\/p>\n The addition of a salary cap is sure to be a point of contention between the league and its players, and a lockout is likely as players are sure to not accept any deals that would restrict their earning potential.<\/p>\n More news: Clayton Kershaw Sends Clear Message on Dodgers’ NLCS Dominance Over Brewers<\/a><\/p>\n Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was asked Friday afternoon before Game 4 of the NLCS about the criticism the Dodgers have received regarding their willingness to spend.<\/p>\n