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What's Holding The MLB Back from Being Like The NBA
Major League Baseball Will NEVER Be the NBA. Ever. The NBA thrives on competitive balance with a strict salary cap that allows even small-market teams like the Milwaukee Bucks to retain superstars like Giannis Antetokounmpo, building championship-caliber rosters. But MLB? It’s a different story. With no salary cap, big-market teams are dominating the landscape, making it harder for small-market clubs to keep their stars and stay competitive. In this video, we’ll explore why baseball is starting to resemble the Premier League rather than the NBA, creating an environment where financial heavyweights control the field.
From Tampa Bay’s challenges keeping talent like Blake Snell to the Dodgers’ massive spending spree, this lack of spending control means small teams struggle. And for fans, it’s tough to stay loyal when your favorite player is constantly traded away. We’ll compare NBA champions like the Denver Nuggets, who won under the salary cap system, to the Premier League, where just a few teams like Manchester City and Chelsea consistently dominate. Could MLB be heading the same way?
We’ll also dig into MLB payroll trends: the Royals won in 2015 with the 13th-highest payroll, but most recent champions, like the Dodgers, top the payroll list. This trend suggests a diminishing Cinderella story chance, where only deep-pocketed teams make serious playoff runs.
Baseball’s postseason has always been about unpredictability and underdogs, but as payroll divides grow, it’s becoming a rich team’s game. Join us as we unpack the financial rift threatening to reshape America’s pastime. Is MLB losing what makes it special? Watch now to find out!
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How Freddie Freeman Became UNSTOPPABLE!
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In this video, we dive into the journey of one of baseball’s most dominant and inspiring players: Freddie Freeman. From his early days as a tee-ball prodigy to becoming a World Series champion, Freeman’s path is marked by resilience, hard work, and personal tragedy. At just 10 years old, he lost his mother, Rosemary, to melanoma-a loss that fueled his drive to honor her legacy through the game ...
How Francisco Lindor Became a LEGEND!
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Francisco Lindor’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. In this video, we dive deep into the incredible life of one of MLB’s most charismatic stars. Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, Lindor's passion for baseball was clear from an early age. With the support of his family and a move to Florida, Lindor navigated cultural challenges and honed his skills, eventually becoming a top prospect at Montve...
Jesse Winker Loses His SH!T on the City of Milwaukee
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"Jesse Winker Loses his SH!T on the City of Milwaukee," we dive into the controversy surrounding former Milwaukee Brewer, Jesse Winker, and his fiery words: 'As far as Milwaukee goes, I'll hate them forever.' After being hit by a fastball from Frankie Montas in late September and a heated exchange with beloved Brewer Willy Adames in the Wild Card round, tensions erupted. Winker’s helmet smash a...
Are MLB Pitchers Getting Too Good At Pitching?
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Are MLB Pitchers Getting Too Good at Pitching? In this video, we explore one of the hottest topics in baseball: Are MLB pitchers becoming too dominant? With strikeouts at an all-time high and batting averages plunging, it’s clear that the game is shifting in favor of pitchers. We’ll dive into the velocity revolution, where fastballs now regularly clock in at over 100 mph, and the spin rate revo...
The MLB SCANDAL They Want You To Forget...
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The 1985 Pittsburgh Drug Trials Scandal That MLB wants you to forget. Kevin Koch, better known as the Pittsburgh Pirates' mascot, the Pirate Parrot, was just a single piece of the 1985 Pittsburgh Drug Trials. What appeared to be just a fun-loving character on the field was hiding a dark secret off the diamond. Koch became an unexpected link in a cocaine scandal that rocked Major League Baseball...
Worst Playoff CHOKE Jobs in MLB History
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The Biggest Playoff Choke Jobs in MLB History Playoff baseball delivers the highest of highs and the lowest of lows, but sometimes, the lows are unforgettable. In this video, we break down the three biggest choke jobs in MLB playoff history, where teams were on the brink of victory-only to watch it slip away. From the 2004 Yankees' historic meltdown to the Red Sox's painful 1986 World Series co...
Weird MLB Superstitions You MAY Want To Forget
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Weirdest MLB Superstitions That Actually WORKED! Baseball is filled with bizarre superstitions, but some are so strange you’ll wonder how they worked! In this video, we dive into the odd rituals of MLB players that actually led to success on the field. From Jim Leyland’s refusal to wash his underwear during a winning streak to Moises Alou’s belief that peeing on his hands improved his batting g...
Why 2024’s Rookie Class is the Best in MLB History
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The 2024 NL Rookie of the Year race is shaping up to be one of the greatest in MLB history, with three standout rookies making headlines. First, Jackson Chourio is showcasing his incredible five-tool potential. At just 20 years old, he became the first player his age to achieve a 20/20 season with 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases. His strong performance in the second half of the season has ceme...
BARRY BONDS' 40-Year Legacy in 24 Minutes
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Barry Bonds, one of the most polarizing figures in baseball, revolutionized the game in ways few players ever have. In this video, we explore Bonds' legendary career from his early days in Pittsburgh to his record-breaking years with the San Francisco Giants. Discover how Bonds' unparalleled combination of power, speed, and batting eye made him one of the most dominant forces in MLB history. Bu...
How an MLB Star with ZERO Power Destroyed Everyone
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Discover how Tony Gwynn, an MLB legend with virtually no power, dominated the game in an era defined by sluggers and home run kings. In this video, "How an MLB Star with ZERO Power Destroyed Everyone," we explore the incredible career of the "Contact King" and his revolutionary approach to hitting. While Gwynn only hit 135 home runs in 20 seasons, he maintained a remarkable .338 career batting ...
We Witnessed The WORST Baseball Team of All Time
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How Bad Are the 2024 Chicago White Sox Really? Let's dive into the shocking decline of one of MLB's historic franchises. The 2024 Chicago White Sox are on pace for a staggering 123 losses, challenging the all-time record for futility and surpassing modern-era basement dwellers like the 1962 New York Mets and 2003 Detroit Tigers. With a current record of 31-107, the White Sox are threatening to ...
The GENIUS Behind Aaron Judge's Record-Breaking Success
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The GENIUS Behind Aaron Judge's Record-Breaking Success
The Complicated Legacy of Ronald Acuña Jr.
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The Complicated Legacy of Ronald Acuña Jr.
How A Snowstorm Changed Sports History FOREVER...
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How A Snowstorm Changed Sports History FOREVER...
The INCREDIBLE Rise of Juan Soto
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The INCREDIBLE Rise of Juan Soto
The Pitch That Made Tim Wakefield an MLB LEGEND
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The Pitch That Made Tim Wakefield an MLB LEGEND
The Day MLB SAVED Lives
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The Day MLB SAVED Lives
The INSANE Rise Of Aaron Judge
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The INSANE Rise Of Aaron Judge
The Most MISERABLE Owner In MLB History
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The Most MISERABLE Owner In MLB History
How Paul Skenes is a MAJOR PROBLEM For Baseball...
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How Paul Skenes is a MAJOR PROBLEM For Baseball...
How Shohei Ohtani Broke Baseball by Playing Baseball
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How Shohei Ohtani Broke Baseball by Playing Baseball
(WARNING) Worst INJURY for all 30 MLB Teams In History
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(WARNING) Worst INJURY for all 30 MLB Teams In History
Bryce Harper's Lifestyle IS NOT What You Think!
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Bryce Harper's Lifestyle IS NOT What You Think!
The SHOCKING Rise of Bobby Witt Jr.
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The SHOCKING Rise of Bobby Witt Jr.
Jackson Chourio is a SUPERSTAR! Here's why...
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Jackson Chourio is a SUPERSTAR! Here's why...
The Most INSANE Fan Moments In Baseball
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The Most INSANE Fan Moments In Baseball
Worst Contracts in Baseball History Revealed
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Worst Contracts in Baseball History Revealed
Who REALLY is Shota Imanaga?
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Who REALLY is Shota Imanaga?
11 Most EMOTIONAL Moments in Baseball History... What Would You Add?
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11 Most EMOTIONAL Moments in Baseball History... What Would You Add?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @alambriko0ocod614
    @alambriko0ocod614 5 днів тому

    12 hr fly from PR to FL 😂😂… I stopped watching as soon as he said that, this guy has no idea what he’s talking about. 😒

  • @PolinGuira
    @PolinGuira 7 днів тому

    I see this monster home run at yankees stadium with the national

  • @duypham76
    @duypham76 8 днів тому

    Definitely a living legend

  • @chrisslate8581
    @chrisslate8581 10 днів тому

    A 12 hour flight? Did they fly around the world twice? PR to Orlando is like less than 3 hours.

  • @FourleafCOD
    @FourleafCOD 12 днів тому

    I have his autograph

  • @richdabarber9290
    @richdabarber9290 13 днів тому

    Thanks for all the information, will you be covering the 2025 season lol it’s going to be my first season watching it lol

  • @richdabarber9290
    @richdabarber9290 13 днів тому

    Definitely subbed

  • @suika197
    @suika197 15 днів тому

    Ohtani ihas an honest heart, purity, and strong beliefs. What made him successful was his talent and humanity.

  • @SO-if3yn
    @SO-if3yn 16 днів тому

    His name is Dick Skank? Tf

  • @daveb8795
    @daveb8795 19 днів тому

    Nice job on this video! It really is miraculous what Rich was able to do with the big man.

  • @TheGreenie21
    @TheGreenie21 21 день тому

    Wrong Bush 😂

  • @koningklootzak7788
    @koningklootzak7788 22 дні тому

    Is it true he didn't even graduate from junior high and he is illiterate?

  • @popcorn9791
    @popcorn9791 23 дні тому

    Red juice? That stuff rappers drink?

  • @ivansepulveda854
    @ivansepulveda854 23 дні тому

    Hard work pays off overtime !!

  • @spanishfly5660
    @spanishfly5660 25 днів тому

    🇵🇷💪

  • @oden1121
    @oden1121 26 днів тому

    Take a shot for every time he says Shohei Otani

  • @mathautist
    @mathautist 29 днів тому

    I want to see a video of the downfall of the 2010s SF Giants. I mean how do they go from a dynasty run in the early 2010s to being ran into the ground? As a Dodgers fan I almost feel sad for the Giants fans and do think it's much more than the problems in the city it is in itself. (mostly ownership and a toxic culture within the organization)

  • @Will-si5ps
    @Will-si5ps Місяць тому

    When I see Ohtani in the title, I click....

  • @BlueRad90
    @BlueRad90 Місяць тому

    While the Luxury Tax could be a viable alternative to Salary Cap, MLB should have the Salary Floor of $100m, forcing the owners of the small market team to spend the minimum amount before the opening day. If fails, the team will lose the 1st and 2nd Round Draft Picks.

  • @lanceweaver4830
    @lanceweaver4830 Місяць тому

    The NBA is completely unwatchable. It's losing fans by the day. Why would I care about something that the people playing don't even care.

  • @mattsbjjjourney5601
    @mattsbjjjourney5601 Місяць тому

    I don't want it to. NBA is wack now.

  • @alanlee67
    @alanlee67 Місяць тому

    Americans are no longer the best athletes in the world...at least on the men's side.

  • @jesusisdead
    @jesusisdead Місяць тому

    Only the last 3 years he's been great. He's a late bloomer. Unless he keeps up his game he's not going to be remembered because he's not breaking career records. He's overrated. He ruined his career because he started as a two way player. I think hes going to fall apart soon. 3 years of being a good hitter if you stop pitching wont get you the HOF. He might make the HOF just because hes a DEI hire.

  • @fiddlepick
    @fiddlepick Місяць тому

    sell the team🟩🟨🐘

  • @Skitts_
    @Skitts_ Місяць тому

    thats why hes the goat🙏

  • @dustinyoungren758
    @dustinyoungren758 Місяць тому

    40/121

  • @Sol_1nvictus5813
    @Sol_1nvictus5813 Місяць тому

    The grand slam against the Phillies was the highlight of the ‘24 season for me. 💪🏻💙🧡

  • @BattersBoxChannel
    @BattersBoxChannel Місяць тому

    The GOAT

  • @moronsaltable
    @moronsaltable Місяць тому

    Ohtani probably used that notebook with his father, but I think people are missing a huge fact that he uses the Harada method, which is used for self improvement and leadership. If you google "Shohei Ohtani Harada Method" you will see a huge chart with all his goals. I think Ohtani's high school coach is pretty smart; he coaches at a small school in Japan that produced Shohei Ohtani, Yusei Kikuchi, and his son who's the number one high school player in Japan that set the high school home run record will be playing at Stanford.

  • @AG_Vlogz
    @AG_Vlogz Місяць тому

    Today's NBA sucks! I used to watch it from the late 80's to early 2000's, when it was fun and competitive. Now its a bunch of cry babies flopping all over the court like soccer players.

  • @LTGH_Zkittlez
    @LTGH_Zkittlez Місяць тому

    Is no cap the problem or cheap owners not wanting to spend is the problem?

  • @FredPreziosi
    @FredPreziosi Місяць тому

    Games AVG HR RBI H OPS 53 .203 15 31 41 .761 POST SEASON CAREER STATS. The great disappearing act. Just not a money player, not a champion.

  • @leonkincoln-dp8vs
    @leonkincoln-dp8vs Місяць тому

    Baseball is rising in Asia and eastern europe

  • @PizzaMisa24
    @PizzaMisa24 Місяць тому

    Man, got a tear in my eye when you mentioned the free tickets😭😭 I used to get free tickets for bucks games at pick n save all the time as a kid💀💀

    • @DugoutChronicles
      @DugoutChronicles Місяць тому

      Pick n Save and for reading a book at school! Spend like $100 on groceries, and you would get a couple of free tickets. Was so easy back then.

    • @Xenlacasa45
      @Xenlacasa45 Місяць тому

      I used to get free Mets tickets all the time too

  • @anonymousdogg1559
    @anonymousdogg1559 Місяць тому

    The mlb needs to start flopping like harden when players get tagged. There needs to be a salary floor tbh in the MLB.

  • @korl8524
    @korl8524 Місяць тому

    Trying to say baseball is dying by saying its like the most watched sports league in the world isn't really helping your case. MLB has never been so popular internationally

  • @nomercyinc6783
    @nomercyinc6783 Місяць тому

    baseball teams are worth more than nba teams. the mlb is about teams not individuals. individuals dont accomplish shit or make anything great about team sports. its not about the players its about the team and winning games. people dont deserve hype for playing school yard games. they arent saving lives playing sports

  • @bradwideshot8448
    @bradwideshot8448 Місяць тому

    Rays until this year proved you don't need a high payroll to be competitive. It's the owner's job to pay players if they want to keep "the player fans want." League revenue seems fine, so it doesn't seem like fans are not showing up when things are shaken up. Even in basketball, free agents usually just end up in the popular cities.

  • @yyynbbggsage7398
    @yyynbbggsage7398 Місяць тому

    Nothing. Baseball is past it's prime.

  • @mirikaku5811
    @mirikaku5811 Місяць тому

    Not popular? Didn’t you see the Dodgers WS parade recently? Doesn’t hurt that a unicorn like Shohei Ohtani is bringing new fans from global markets and bringing back old fans who left baseball after the PED era..

  • @qull3840
    @qull3840 Місяць тому

    I prefer no salary cap, just for the players. That means the players can get more out the owner pocket.

  • @BOB_983
    @BOB_983 Місяць тому

    MLB has been increasing in viewership, while the NBA has been declining. It’s not all that bad.

  • @rerun40807
    @rerun40807 Місяць тому

    Baseball has the worst owners and a crappy commissioner. Easy!

  • @renegarcia7591
    @renegarcia7591 Місяць тому

    2020s dodgers fireworks were ALOT louder than 2020 lakers fireworks in LA so that tells me something

  • @twister2460
    @twister2460 Місяць тому

    yankees and dodgers make the world series together once and people go crazy

  • @Johnny-t1j
    @Johnny-t1j Місяць тому

    Lakers vs Celtics, Nicks vs Pacers, Shack, Magic, Kobe, Bird, etc. Today's NBA SUCKS!

  • @HeftyMoon
    @HeftyMoon Місяць тому

    The problem is the players will never agree to a salary cap and the owners will never agree to a salary floor

  • @Zanchcrow
    @Zanchcrow Місяць тому

    Nah i like the soft cap approach the mlb currently employs. Do you want to know why european football leagues are so competitive? It's because relegation exists to threaten the revenues and therefore value of the club, so clubs will do their best to stay up.

  • @allenpahl6478
    @allenpahl6478 Місяць тому

    Its Global marketing

  • @juniorberns
    @juniorberns Місяць тому

    When you've reached your first hundred years, then maybe we'll hear you. You've got average height complaining about short people to tall people.