What the heck are you talking about?
Brainwashed?
Are you familiar with my overly extensive posting history?
I am quite sure that the O's were profitable, very profitable, in 2019.
I am sure they could spend more on the 2020 team and still be profitable.
I am also sure that the owners have expectations when it comes to a return on their investment.
Just because the team produces a certain amount of income does not mean that they can then, in turn, spend that income.
I think the Orioles and MASN are the chief source of income for the Angelos family.