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Dodgers' Dave Roberts, Andrew Friedman push back on 'blowback' after acquiring Tarik Skubal
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Dodgers, recent back-to-back World Series champions with one of MLB's highest payrolls, face criticism over competitive fairness following their acquisition of two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal.
- Manager Dave Roberts emphasized that the Dodgers' success stems from a strong front office and top-tier farm system, noting that other teams had opportunities to acquire Skubal but did not outbid them.
- The Dodgers' ability to trade prospects without significant impact highlights their deep talent development pipeline, which supports sustained competitiveness.
- Having been the first MLB team since 2000 to repeat as champions, the Dodgers aim to become the first National League team to achieve a threepeat, joining only the Yankees and A's in MLB history.
- Currently holding a 69-43 record, the Dodgers are just half a game behind the Milwaukee Brewers for the best record in baseball, underscoring their strong contention this season.
