Why a tight NL West race factored into Dodgers' decision to cut Chris Taylor, Austin Barnes
Briefly

The Dodgers face renewed pressure in their pursuit of the National League West title, especially after they fell short despite a remarkable 106-win season in 2021. With the emergence of challenging contenders like the San Francisco Giants, president Andrew Friedman emphasizes the need to win the division as a priority for postseason success. In response to recent struggles, they have made bold roster moves, releasing veteran players to promote promising rookies, showcasing a commitment to performance over sentimentality in order to strengthen their chances for a World Series title defense.
This has been a very emotional week for all of us. Barnsey and CT have been in the middle of some huge moments for this organization.
Our primary goal during the regular season is to win the division. That is what we feel like puts us in the best position to accomplish our ultimate goal.
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