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This leads to an inevitable comparison between the Orioles and the Dodgers. The Orioles find themselves as a team looking to gain ground in a similarly competitive league yet appear to be falling short in their investment strategies. Despite being under new ownership that has expressed intentions to spend, the team’s recent signings seem to contradict their goals. They have effectively been ‘cheapening out’ at a crucial juncture, which could alienate a fan base that has been promised a brighter future.