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Magic Johnson dismissed criticism that the Dodgers’ spending is “ruining baseball,” saying the Dodgers are creating more interest in the sport.

The razor-close seven-game series proved spending doesn’t destroy competition, undermining arguments for a salary cap.

TORONTO — Beneath his feet, confetti decorated the turf. Behind him, the video boards congratulated his team on its latest championship .

The Dodgers owner who lives and breathes championships smiled broadly. Magic Johnson always does, of course. This time, he had an impish twinkle in his eye.

“They said we ruined baseball,” Johnson said. “Well, I guess we didn’t.”

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