Dodgers, Ohtani got creative with US$700 million deal, but both sides still have some risk.

[ 16/12/2023 16:35 ] Read on ctvnews.ca

Report Overview: The article contains some manipulations such as sensationalism, cherry-picking data, omission of key information, and biased language. However, it also provides some balanced reporting and includes quotes from experts. Overall, the article is moderately objective.

Sides Objectivity Scores

Los Angeles Dodgers (70)

Shohei Ohtani (70)

Sides Representation Balance

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Detected Manipulations & Suggested Changes

Sensationalism

The article uses sensational language to make the deal seem more shocking and surprising than it actually is.

Once the initial shock wore off on the price tag of Shohei Ohtani's record-shattering US$700 million, 10-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, details about the contract emerged that were nearly as stunning.

Remove sensational language and present the information objectively.

Cherry-picking data

The article selectively presents examples of deferred payments in sports to support the idea that there is risk involved for both sides in Ohtani's deal.

One example of Ohtani's risk: Former Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Mario Lemieux was out about US$26 million in the 1990s when the franchise was in financial trouble and couldn't pay the money it owed the hockey legend in a deferred deal.

Provide a more balanced view by including examples of deferred payments that have worked out successfully.

Omission of key information

The article fails to mention the specific benefits for both sides in Ohtani's deal, such as the potential tax savings for Ohtani and the competitive balance tax savings for the Dodgers.

But it appears to be a team-friendly deal that also has benefits for Ohtani as the Japanese superstar departs the Angels, heads 30 miles up Interstate 5 and establishes a new home with the Dodgers in Chavez Ravine.

Include information about the specific benefits for both sides to provide a more complete picture.

Biased language

The article uses biased language to describe the Dodgers' financial situation and their advantage over other teams.

LA, after all, is only 12 years removed from filing for bankruptcy protection itself under former owner Frank McCourt.

Use neutral language to describe the Dodgers' financial situation and avoid making assumptions about their advantage over other teams.

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