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Dodgers gone, Brian Kaplan Fired, Banana Ball and more!

The Brewers defeated the Dodgers and upended the narrative supporting the salary cap going into the offseason. Will this actually impact CBA negotiations? James Attwood: I don’t really see how. Sure, the Brewers are a smaller market than the Dodgers.…

Published: Monday, 19 October 2026 at 3:48 AM
Dodgers gone, Brian Kaplan Fired, Banana Ball and more!
Key Things to Know
  • AZ Snake Pit writers analyzed the Dodgers' playoff exit, Brian Kaplan's firing, and Diamondbacks payroll reduction plans.
  • The panel evaluated Arizona's decision to dismiss pitching coach Brian Kaplan while retaining hitting coach Joe Mather.
  • Analysts debated whether the low-payroll Brewers defeating the Dodgers would impact MLB salary cap negotiations.
The Story in 60 Seconds

AZ Snake Pit analysts examined major MLB developments, including the Los Angeles Dodgers' postseason elimination by the Milwaukee Brewers, the firing of Arizona Diamondbacks pitching coach Brian Kaplan, and the retention of hitting coach Joe Mather. The panel debated whether Milwaukee's postseason triumph would influence future Collective Bargaining Agreement talks concerning a salary cap, while assessing Arizona's coaching adjustments.

The discussion also covered Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick's announcement regarding payroll cuts, with contributors predicting financial relief from departing free agents like Zac Gallen and Lourdes Gurriel Jr. Additionally, the panel shared their personal plans regarding ticket lotteries for the upcoming Banana Ball tour stop at Chase Field.

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