Dodgers' Financial Power Sparks Debate Over 'Evil Empire' Title The Dodgers' financial dominance, marked by consistent high payrolls, has fueled comparisons to the Yankees' early 2000s spending. Despite the Yankees' president disputing the loss of their status, the Dodgers' recent acquisitions, including Shohei Ohtani, have solidified their position as a powerhouse, prompting discussions on the evolving 'Evil Empire' in baseball.1