Manny Machado expressed his admiration for the Los Angeles Dodgers' spending habits, stating he loves it and thinks every team should do it.
What happened?
The Dodgers have won the NL West in four consecutive seasons and have won the World Series in back-to-back seasons.
Why it matters for Manny Machado
Machado's comments come as the San Diego Padres face a disparity in their rivalry with the Dodgers, having lost key players in free agency.
The Padres lost Dylan Cease, Robert Suarez, Luis Arraez, and Ryan O'Hearn in free agency, while the Dodgers added All-Stars Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz.
What comes next?
Machado has been on the receiving end of two large contracts himself, including a 10-year, $300 million contract and an 11-year, $350 million contract.
According to FanGraphs WAR, Machado achieved 7.1 WAR during his 2022 season, but has yet to eclipse 4 WAR since in any individual season.
Machado's xwOBA was his highest since 2021 in the 2025 season, but he had negative 6 outs above average, marking a worrying trend.
The Padres are projected to finish below .500 for the first time since the 2019 season, while the Dodgers are projected to lead MLB in wins.
Manny Machado's comments on the Dodgers' spending habits have sparked debate, with some fans tired of the disparity in the league.
ESPN's Jeff Passan wrote that fans are tired of the Dodgers winning everything, from the offseason to the World Series.
The Dodgers' spending habits have been a topic of discussion, with some teams struggling to keep up.
Machado's thoughts on the matter are a unique perspective, given his own experiences with large contracts.
The San Diego Padres will look to bounce back from a disappointing season, with Machado playing a key role in their success.
The rivalry between the Padres and Dodgers is expected to continue, with the two teams facing off in the upcoming season.
The Dodgers' additions of Kyle Tucker and Edwin Díaz are expected to make an impact, while the Padres will look to rebuild their roster.
Machado's performance will be closely watched, as he looks to regain his form from the 2022 season.
The 2025 season saw Machado's defensive skills decline, with negative 6 outs above average, a worrying trend for the Padres.
The Padres will need to make some changes to compete with the Dodgers, who are projected to lead MLB in wins.
Machado's comments on the Dodgers' spending habits have added fuel to the fire, with the rivalry between the two teams expected to heat up.
The upcoming season will be crucial for the Padres, as they look to bounce back from a disappointing season and compete with the Dodgers.
Machado's role in the team's success will be vital, as he looks to lead the Padres to a winning season.
The Dodgers' spending habits will continue to be a topic of discussion, with some teams struggling to keep up.
The rivalry between the Padres and Dodgers is expected to be one of the most exciting in the league, with the two teams facing off in the upcoming season.