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In response to these challenges, some baseball executives, like Chicago Cubs' president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer, have attempted to shift the dialogue towards the operational efficiencies of teams rather than merely their payroll figures. Hoyer emphasized the Dodgers’ success is not solely due to their budget but attributed to the smart operational decisions and effective player development strategies.
However, this perspective invites criticism. There is a clear need for teams to publicly advocate for a level playing field where competitive capabilities are enhanced through shared revenue streams and local broadcasting deals rather than dwarfed by individual team budgets.