Date of Award
Spring 2017
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Advisor(s)
John Fortunato
Abstract
With increasing discrepancies in the payrolls of Major League Baseball teams, I investigate the relationship between winning and spending, the sources of revenue for each team that have led to such discrepancies, and policies implemented by the League to mitigate these differences. The correlation between payroll spending and team success plays only a minor role in this paper but establishes the need for additional policies that will allow small market teams not only to compete in a given year, but also to remain competitive over a longer period of time. Thus, I conclude with policy suggestions to the Commissioner’s Office that will allow teams with smaller revenue streams to open and maintain expanded “windows” of opportunity for success.
Recommended Citation
McClintock, Will, "Payroll Inequality in Major League Baseball: Keeping the Window Open for Small-Market Teams" (2017). Gabelli School of Business Honors Thesis Collection. 136.
https://research.library.fordham.edu/gabelli_thesis/136
