ST. LOUIS — In a surprising move, new St. Louis Cardinals CEO Chaim Bloom allayed the biggest fear of the team’s fans: whether the board will continue to spend big to maintain the strength of the roster during the rebuild.
In a recent press conference, Bloom stated:
“I don’t think that’s ever been an issue here. Looking at the long history of the Board, they’ve always reinvested in the team, they’ve always done what it takes to keep winning. And when I looked at the initial investments that I sat down with them a year and a half ago and said these are the things that are important if we want to win and win consistently, they’ve been supportive and they’ve continued to be supportive as we’ve talked about what needs to happen in the organization so we can get the most out of our players, so we can bring talent into the organization effectively. They’ve been there and supportive of everything, and I have faith that as we move forward, they’ll be there for what we need to do in the future.”
This statement cleared up any doubts that the team would adopt a cost-saving model like the Tampa Bay Rays, where Bloom has long worked. Instead, he said he would build a brand and philosophy that best fits the St. Louis organization and market.
Previously, many fans were concerned that the spending cuts would impact the ability to retain and recruit stars. However, with Bloom’s strong commitment and the support of the Board of Directors, fans can rest assured about the future of the team.
Some experts say that cutting spending in the short term to invest in youth training and player development is a reasonable step. Bloom also emphasized that when the team reaches a high level, investing in the first team will be considered to maximize the chance of winning a championship.
With Bloom’s strong commitment and the support of the Board of Directors, fans can hope for a bright future for the St. Louis Cardinals. The rebuilding process is being done carefully and strategically, promising to bring sustainable success to the team.
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