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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

4:00 MLB Draft Reform  

9:35 The Athletic Fan Survey  

16:27Spending Disparity Between Teams  

21:50 Salary Caps and Floors  

29:00 Who Benefits From a Cap?

30:20 How Much Do People Care?

34:25 Is MLB More or Less Competitive Than NFL, NBA, and NHL?  

39:40 Does Your Team Have a Better Chance to Win With a Cap?

42:40 What If a Cap Meant You Have to Trade Your Star Away?

44:40 Final Questions  

49:30 Will MLB Miss Games in 2027?

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