Part 4/6:
Comparisons with Other Sports
The dynamic between wealthier and poorer teams in the NFL serves as an instructive example here. The NFL successfully implements a revenue-sharing model that allows all 32 teams to meet their salary floor without much difficulty. This ensures competitiveness and prevents teams from falling too far behind due to financial constraints.
This creates an interesting dichotomy with MLB, where recent high-profile player deals have made it clear that having one star player doesn’t automatically translate to overall success for the team. The financial conversations surrounding players like Shohei Ohtani highlight that while individual talent is crucial, success often comes down to a carefully constructed roster.