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Blue Jays Fans Fear Lockout Amid MLB Salary Cap Debate

10/24/2025

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Fans want the Toronto Blue Jays to beat the Dodgers, fearing a lockout.
MLB insider Jeff Passan warns a lockout seems likely due to changes and owners' push for a salary cap.
The Dodgers' massive payroll contrasts with small-market teams like the Pirates and Brewers that struggle to compete.
The players' union argues underinvestment by smaller teams, not Dodgers spending, and shifts focus to league-wide spending.

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Story summary

Fans want the Toronto Blue Jays to beat the Dodgers, fearing a lockout.
MLB insider Jeff Passan warns a lockout seems likely due to changes and owners' push for a salary cap.
The Dodgers' massive payroll contrasts with small-market teams like the Pirates and Brewers that struggle to compete.
The players' union argues underinvestment by smaller teams, not Dodgers spending, and shifts focus to league-wide spending.