Deferrals at some point can become problematic, especially if excessive, as we learned from the Arizona franchise's financial difficulties. We've tightened rules around deferred compensation.
The Shohei Ohtani signing, particularly his decision to defer 97 percent of his contract, gives the Dodgers financial flexibility, which isn’t typical in other contracts.
We're rewarding our incredibly passionate fans. People find the Ohtani contract jarring, but many of our other deferrals are standard practice in the league.
Contract deferrals are just a lever we can use in negotiations. Not every signing involves deferrals, as we also do deals without them.
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