Dodgers, Brewers, Rays, and Guardians compete in 2026 MLB playoffs
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
The 2026 MLB League Championship Series features the Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Tampa Bay Rays, and Cleveland Guardians. The Dodgers boast the highest payroll at $432.8 million, while the Guardians sit at the bottom with $93.1 million. Historically, this matchup presents a stark contrast in team spending, leading to discussions about payroll disparities and salary cap implications. As the playoffs progress, teams are vying for the World Series trophy with critical implications for future collective bargaining negotiations.
- •Dodgers lead with a $432.8 million payroll.
- •Guardians have the lowest payroll at $93.1 million.
- •The playoffs feature teams with diverse financial backgrounds.
- •Critical games could influence upcoming collective bargaining talks.
- •Current series highlights payroll disparities in Major League Baseball.
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"The league championship series feature the top payroll in baseball along with three ranked in the 20s
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