With the World Series getting underway Friday, it's time to break it all down.

The Los Angeles Dodgers rolled through the National League, winning nine of 10 postseason games to advance to the Fall Classic for the second straight year . Money is no object for the Dodgers, who have combined their checkbooks with their development system to create a star-studded roster.

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On the other side, the Toronto Blue Jays are back in the World Series for the first time since 1993 after a thrilling Game 7 win in the ALCS . While they don't spend as much as their opponent, the Jays have put together a loaded lineup and solid starting pitching staff.

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