MLB owners are 'pumped' about Tarik Skubal trade, but even a salary cap wouldn't make Dodgers easy to catch
- Posted on August 5, 2026
- By CBS Sports
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The Los Angeles Dodgers strengthen their championship roster by acquiring elite pitcher Tarik Skubal, sparking renewed discussions about implementing a salary cap in Major League Baseball. While competing franchises express enthusiasm about potential league-wide spending restrictions, analysts argue that even with such measures, the Dodgers' financial advantages would maintain their competitive edge. The acquisition underscores the growing disparity between wealthy and smaller-market teams in professional baseball.
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