3 Major League Baseball teams with high payrolls (NY Mets, Yankees, LA Dodgers) have advanced to the League Championship Series.

The New York Mets, Yankees, and Los Angeles Dodgers have advanced to the League Championship Series, boasting the highest payrolls in Major League Baseball at $332 million, $311 million, and $266 million, respectively. The Cleveland Guardians, with a $109 million payroll, complete the final four. This raises questions about the relationship between spending and success, as several lower-payroll teams have won championships in recent years.

October 13, 2024
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