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When the news broke, it elicited a mix of reactions, the first of which was congratulations for Snell himself. After a lengthy pursuit for a super contract, many baseball fans and analysts felt it was about time Snell received a deal commensurate with his ability. The Dodgers are paying him similarly to Gerrit Cole, another elite pitcher, which underscores not only Snell’s talent but also the Dodgers’ commitment to fortifying their pitching staff.