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Major League Baseball, citing "deep concerns" over the Los Angeles Dodgers' finances, is taking over operation of the National League club.

Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig said in a statement on Wednesday he would appoint a representative to oversee the "business and the day-to-day operations of the Club".

His decision followed a report by the Los Angeles Times that owner Frank McCourt had arranged a $30 million loan from Fox, the team's television partner, to meet payroll obligations.

McCourt said the action was "hard to understand".

Selig said, "I have taken this action because of my deep concerns regarding the finances and operations of the Dodgers and to protect the best interests of the club, its great fans and all of Major League Baseball.

"My office will continue its thorough investigation into the operations and finances of the Dodgers and related entities during the period of Mr McCourt's ownership. I will announce the name of my representative in the next several days."

Selig said Major League Baseball owed it to Dodger fans "to ensure that this club is being operated properly now and will be guided appropriately in the future."

McCourt responded by saying the Dodgers operate within Major League Baseball's financial guidelines.

"Major League Baseball sets strict financial guidelines, which all 30 teams must follow," McCourt said. "The Dodgers are in compliance with these guidelines. On this basis, it is hard to understand the commissioner's action today."

Dodgers General Manager Ned Colletti called it "a sad day for baseball and a sad day for the Dodgers."

Dodgers manager Don Mattingly said he saw the news on TV before the Dodgers hosted the Braves on Wednesday.

He and Colletti spoke to the players before the game.

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