'Fears' for domestic impact of $1bn Club World Cup prize potInternational tournament prize money threatens the competitive balance of smaller domestic leagues, according to European Leagues president Claudius Schafer.
'Are the Dodgers crazy?' How baseball's newest big-market antihero reacts to villain storylineDodgers players defend their high spending and dismiss villain narratives, focusing instead on winning and organizational pride.
Rob Manfred Defends Dodgers, Says LA Isn't Ruining BaseballThe Dodgers are well-managed and compliant with MLB rules, and their success doesn't ruin baseball.
Manfred: Dodgers Aren't Ruining BaseballRob Manfred defends the Dodgers' spending as consistent with MLB rules, amid concerns about competitive balance from other franchises.
MLB Worried About Owners Being Upset With Dodgers' Aggressive SpendingThe Dodgers' financial strategies have sparked renewed discussions about implementing a salary cap in MLB.Concerns rise regarding the financial imbalance affecting fan engagement and overall competitiveness in baseball.
'Are the Dodgers crazy?' How baseball's newest big-market antihero reacts to villain storylineDodgers players defend their high spending and dismiss villain narratives, focusing instead on winning and organizational pride.
Rob Manfred Defends Dodgers, Says LA Isn't Ruining BaseballThe Dodgers are well-managed and compliant with MLB rules, and their success doesn't ruin baseball.
Manfred: Dodgers Aren't Ruining BaseballRob Manfred defends the Dodgers' spending as consistent with MLB rules, amid concerns about competitive balance from other franchises.
MLB Worried About Owners Being Upset With Dodgers' Aggressive SpendingThe Dodgers' financial strategies have sparked renewed discussions about implementing a salary cap in MLB.Concerns rise regarding the financial imbalance affecting fan engagement and overall competitiveness in baseball.
Column: The Dodgers are expected to win. But has MLB stacked the odds against them?Major League Baseball prioritizes promoting hope and interest over crowning the best team as champion.Expansion of playoffs is a response to the lack of significant competitive balance due to the luxury tax.
Letters to Sports: Rams have bright future as long as they avoid Saquon BarkleyThe Dodgers' financial power has changed MLB dynamics, prompting discussions on competitive balance and ownership responsibility.
Expanded interleague play has added to the Yankees' memorable monthThe new scheduling format in MLB, starting in 2023, has expanded interleague play to ensure every team plays a series against the other 29 teams.
Giants Notes: Payroll, Goldschmidt, WadeThe Giants are shifting focus from player development to aggressive roster building for the upcoming season.
Dodgers Part Of Record Number Of Teams Paying MLB Luxury Tax Penalty For 2024 SeasonThe 2024 MLB competitive balance tax reached an unprecedented $237 million with a record penalty paid by multiple teams.The Dodgers' and Mets' large luxury tax payments highlight significant economic disparities in Major League Baseball.
Dodgers & Deferrals: A Misguided FocusZack Scott utilizes his expertise to enhance sports operations and empower new professionals in the industry.
Column: The Dodgers are expected to win. But has MLB stacked the odds against them?Major League Baseball prioritizes promoting hope and interest over crowning the best team as champion.Expansion of playoffs is a response to the lack of significant competitive balance due to the luxury tax.
Letters to Sports: Rams have bright future as long as they avoid Saquon BarkleyThe Dodgers' financial power has changed MLB dynamics, prompting discussions on competitive balance and ownership responsibility.
Expanded interleague play has added to the Yankees' memorable monthThe new scheduling format in MLB, starting in 2023, has expanded interleague play to ensure every team plays a series against the other 29 teams.
Giants Notes: Payroll, Goldschmidt, WadeThe Giants are shifting focus from player development to aggressive roster building for the upcoming season.
Dodgers Part Of Record Number Of Teams Paying MLB Luxury Tax Penalty For 2024 SeasonThe 2024 MLB competitive balance tax reached an unprecedented $237 million with a record penalty paid by multiple teams.The Dodgers' and Mets' large luxury tax payments highlight significant economic disparities in Major League Baseball.
Dodgers & Deferrals: A Misguided FocusZack Scott utilizes his expertise to enhance sports operations and empower new professionals in the industry.
How the Dodgers benefit from salary deferrals and signing bonuses to build their rosterThe Dodgers' extensive use of deferred contracts raises concerns about competitive fairness in baseball.
There's Almost No Such Thing as an Upset in the 2024 MLB PlayoffsThe 2023 MLB playoffs balance excitement with fairness, showcasing evenly matched teams and reducing premature eliminations.
Nationals Win Draft LotteryThe draft lottery introduces unpredictability, allowing teams with lower odds to secure higher picks.New lottery rules aim to curb teams from tanking for better draft positions.Non-revenue sharing teams are restricted from consecutive top six picks.
How the Dodgers benefit from salary deferrals and signing bonuses to build their rosterThe Dodgers' extensive use of deferred contracts raises concerns about competitive fairness in baseball.
There's Almost No Such Thing as an Upset in the 2024 MLB PlayoffsThe 2023 MLB playoffs balance excitement with fairness, showcasing evenly matched teams and reducing premature eliminations.
Nationals Win Draft LotteryThe draft lottery introduces unpredictability, allowing teams with lower odds to secure higher picks.New lottery rules aim to curb teams from tanking for better draft positions.Non-revenue sharing teams are restricted from consecutive top six picks.
NBA 2024-25 preview: What to know for all 30 teams this seasonParity has returned to the NBA, with many teams now aspiring to win a championship compared to past decades dominated by a few teams.
Early win total predictions for the Knicks' upcoming seasonThe NBA is season marked by competitive balance, but the New York Knicks are poised to remain strong title contenders.
Injury Luck Is All About Timing | DefectorHealth timing is crucial for success in the NBA, particularly during playoffs.
NBA 2024-25 preview: What to know for all 30 teams this seasonParity has returned to the NBA, with many teams now aspiring to win a championship compared to past decades dominated by a few teams.
Early win total predictions for the Knicks' upcoming seasonThe NBA is season marked by competitive balance, but the New York Knicks are poised to remain strong title contenders.
Injury Luck Is All About Timing | DefectorHealth timing is crucial for success in the NBA, particularly during playoffs.
'In cycling, you can just buy success' - Jonathan Vaughters on financial fairness, super teams and the sponsorship dilemmaThe trend of longer rider contracts and early signings is intensifying financial inequality in cycling, hindering competitive fairness.
Women's WorldTour 2025 - A complete guide to the 15 teams of the pelotonThe 2025 Women’s WorldTour will feature increased competition and talent distribution due to key team transfers, making it one of the most exciting seasons yet.
LAFC's roster overhaul hasn't derailed its championship aspirationsLAFC has successfully restructured its roster despite having only a few players remaining from their 2021 MLS Cup-winning team.
What we learned about the CFP in Week 12: Georgia's still alive, an SEC-Big Ten debate loomsGeorgia is still in playoff contention after its victory over Tennessee despite previous losses.The SEC's competitive landscape has become more balanced, challenging traditional power dynamics.
Uncompetitive, too many games: Is criticism of new UCL format fair?The new UEFA Champions League format has generated mixed reactions, highlighting both excitement and concerns about competitiveness in the tournament.
UEFA Nations League 2024/25: Format, fixtures, groups and everything you need to knowThe UEFA Nations League returns, featuring a new competitive format primarily benefiting lower-ranked teams.
Uncompetitive, too many games: Is criticism of new UCL format fair?The new UEFA Champions League format has generated mixed reactions, highlighting both excitement and concerns about competitiveness in the tournament.
UEFA Nations League 2024/25: Format, fixtures, groups and everything you need to knowThe UEFA Nations League returns, featuring a new competitive format primarily benefiting lower-ranked teams.
This College Football Season Is AnarchyAlabama and Notre Dame could miss the playoffs, while BYU and James Madison may become unlikely contenders.
Ranking 134 college football teams after Week 7: Why Oregon's on top at midseasonOregon's historic victory and undefeated record highlight the competitive balance in this college football season.
This College Football Season Is AnarchyAlabama and Notre Dame could miss the playoffs, while BYU and James Madison may become unlikely contenders.
Ranking 134 college football teams after Week 7: Why Oregon's on top at midseasonOregon's historic victory and undefeated record highlight the competitive balance in this college football season.
Column: Don't blame big payrolls for the success of Dodgers, Yankees and MetsBaseball's competitive landscape varies yearly, and recent seasons have shown that spending heavily does not guarantee postseason success.
How much parity is there in the NBA? Will it stick? The how and why of the current eraNBA parity is complex; while the league appears balanced, select teams like the Celtics and Thunder remain strong favorites.
Premier League grapples with legal issues beyond Manchester City caseManchester City's legal battles over alleged breaches of league rules raise significant concerns about governance and competitive balance in the Premier League.
Premier League clubs vote for new salary cap rules in bid to curb spendingPremier League clubs agree in principle to introduce spending cap to align spending to revenue for competitive balance.
Premier League grapples with legal issues beyond Manchester City caseManchester City's legal battles over alleged breaches of league rules raise significant concerns about governance and competitive balance in the Premier League.
Premier League clubs vote for new salary cap rules in bid to curb spendingPremier League clubs agree in principle to introduce spending cap to align spending to revenue for competitive balance.
NHL monitoring teams' income-tax advantages, but there are no easy fixes'Teams from states without income taxes have won recent Stanley Cups, stirring debate about player recruitment equity.A significant majority of fans perceive an unfair competitive advantage for NHL teams in no-income-tax states.
Big 12 football preview: Conference schedule analysis shows advantage for Arizona, Kansas and CincinnatiThe Big 12 football schedule is imbalanced, affecting team competitiveness and performance this season.
5 Most Valuable Men's Soccer Players In Paris Olympics 2024Soccer tournament in 2024 Paris Olympics lacks best players, limited to U-23 with only 3 players over 23 for balance.