I am proud to be a Yankees fan for the last 24 years and I've heard and understood all of the criticism about the payroll and the alleged unfair advantage it gives them.
Yes, it puts them in the position to win, but as the last 2 years have shown, it doesn't guarantee a title. NY obviously has an advantage that a team like Cincinnati doesn't enjoy, but they still have to perform.
Market size obviously doesn't dictate success. The last time I checked, Detroit was a pretty large town. Granted, it isn't the big apple, but I heard Detroit has a few street lights and a 7-11, they can afford to spend a bit more.
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My mom is a Diamondbacks fan. She really likes the Big Unit
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