The 2025 Major League Baseball season is set to begin with the Los Angeles Dodgers as the favorites to win the World Series. They have acquired Japanese superstar Shohei Ohtani and pitcher Roki Sasaki. The New York Mets signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking contract, making them a strong contender. Concerns about competitive balance and the dominance of wealthy teams linger.
Key Points
Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets are top contenders
Acquisition of key players like Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki, and Juan Soto
Issues surrounding competitive balance and the impact of wealthy teams
Pros
Strong competition between top teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, and New York Yankees
Exciting acquisitions of star players like Shohei Ohtani, Roki Sasaki, and Juan Soto
Potential for increased calls for a salary cap to address competitive balance
Cons
Concerns about small market and less wealthy teams struggling to compete
Potential for dominance of mega-wealthy clubs impacting the overall competitiveness of the league