LOS ANGELES — Despite winning the World Series this year, the Los Angeles Dodgers issued layoffs across the organization Wednesday, the Los Angeles Times reported.

The cuts were not a surprise as the team released a statement, which cited significant economic losses amid the pandemic.

Employees were informed of the cuts Wednesday. 

What You Need To Know

  • The Los Angeles Dodgers issued layoffs across the organization Wednesday

  • Economic hardship amid the pandemic was the root cause of the layoffs

  • In a released statement the Dodgers oraganization said that the layoffs were “a heartbreaking decision"

“While the Dodgers had a championship season, the organization has not been immune from the widespread economic devastation caused by the coronavirus,” the statement read. “Since March, we have worked hard to minimize the impact on our employees. The ongoing economic crisis, however, forces us to make difficult personnel decisions throughout the organization, going forward for the 2021 season."

“This is a heartbreaking decision. This year, more than ever, we are truly grateful for the role each member of our Dodgers family plays in our success.”

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Recently Dodgers President, Stan Kasten, said the organization lost “well north of $100 million” last season. 

The Dodgers join a slew of other teams that had to make the same tough decision. The Chicago Cubs, Boston Red Sox, Baltimore Orioles, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics, and Houston Astros have all implemented layoffs recently.