I think Henry will continue to spend. For one, he realizes that his fan base expects him to spend, even though that shouldn't be a consideration for him. But he doesn't want to lose fans. More importantly, he likes to win. This is why he lost patience with Ben so quickly. He is going to spend in order to put a winning product on the field.
We have to keep in mind that the season still has a lot of uncertainty surrounding it, especially in terms of whether fans will be allowed. This is making most owners hesitant about spending.
Love this Kimmi .I just need some excitement and Understand they have tossed in the towel before season even started ? And not see this is head in the sand territory.Hell give Boston Puig to bring some interest atleast ? This team is not only a bore to watch but they look like a team not even trying to compete.I love your take on things and apologize for the sky is falling takes .I need more from Bloom .
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You need to realize the off season does not end in mid January.
If we are still in this same situation in mid February, then have at it.
Also, I'd be very surprised, if we go all out to win in 2021. Even 2022 might be too early to hope for a ring.
2020 was treading water and rebuilding the farm.
2021 is about improving the longer term outlook, in terms of ML talent and the farm.
2022 is about the earliest we can hope for meaningful competitiveness.
You can't overcome a cliff overnight.
When you say it's gonna happen now
When exactly do you mean?
Agreed. I do think we do something major to improve our chances and record in 2021, but only if it also helps us in 2022 or beyond.
We may add a few 1 year deals that will allow us to spend large in 2022 and still be better in 2021, but I think we will try to stay under the luxury tax, so it's not an "all out" winter, as it should NOT be.
When you say it's gonna happen now
When exactly do you mean?
“Rebuilding” is owner-speak for “going cheap.” It’s not something large market teams where real money is at risk actually do...
I think the entire term is forbidden in the Steinbrenner book of ownership.
Alex Speier today reiterates why the Red Sox -- and I'm paraphrasing -- aren't ready to acquire any really good players yet because they're not really good enough yet.
A point that hasn't been covered this winter is the effect that one really good acquisition can have on building back better. Good players want to win, and will recruit other good players. New players will want to join, and old players will want to stay. None of this is a revelation, but it's never noted when discussion is predominantly financial.
Championships since purchase by John Henry group: Red Sox 4 Yankees 1
The Red Sox are 8-1 in their last 9 postseason games against the Yankees.