The defending World Series champions have restocked this offseason and boast the makings of a juggernaut. But they have a more complex path to making a dynasty.

The New York Yankees ' loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series has stung a little more for manager Aaron Boone, who has been reminded about his team’s struggles for a good part of the offseason.

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner said it is "difficult" for other teams to keep up with the Dodgers' offseason spending.

But that is not what worries Boone. Speaking on WFAN, Boone hinted he was concerned about how this would affect the next collective bargaining negotiations.

Former World Series champion A.J. Pierzynski doesn't believe how the New York Yankees have changed as an organization. A two-time All-Star catcher who debuted during the Yankees' dynasty days, Pierzynski reacted to Hall Steinbrenner's recent comments about spending with sarcasm – and nostalgia.

The Dodgers are committed to not being a "one and done" team, as they continue to dominate free agency. But how should the rest of the league feel about their spending?

A handful of contenders, including the two reigning NL and AL champions, are showing interest in an All-Star and Cy Young award winning free agent.

Flaherty began the 2024 season in Detroit after signing a one-year, $14 million deal. He was dealt to the Los Angeles Dodgers at the trade deadline and helped them win their second World Series title in five years. The 29-year-old went 13-7 with a 3.17 ERA and 3.1 WAR in 28 starts last year. He also struck out 194 batters.

New York Mets GM David Stearns thinks MLB needs to give smaller-market teams a better opportunity to retain their star players.

A Marcus Stroman trade proposal, Aaron Boone takes a shot at a former Dodgers pitcher and Derek Jeter sounds off on the Yankees' offseason so far.