Boston Herald · Feb 8, 2018
Dodgers look to take last step to elusive World Series title
Credit: The Associated PressLOS ANGELES — The Dodgers' bid to win their first World Series in 29 years came up short in a Game 7 loss to Houston. They seek to take the final step to an elusive championship this season with the roster mostly intact and an eye on the future.
Certainly, Los Angeles has to be considered the favorite to win a sixth consecutive NL West title.
The Dodgers' farm system remains deep and the team has the talent and depth to withstand injuries during a 162-game season. Their $243 million payroll was baseball's biggest last year and they made a move this winter to dump salary in preparation for 2019, when the free agent market will be loaded.
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