D-train wrote: ↑Wed Dec 20, 2023 1:21 pm
Before the 2021 season they didn't spend because they didn't think the team was ready to compete despite finishing on a 20-14 run.
Last off season they said they had just spent big on Julio and Castillo.
This season's excuse not to spend is Root Sports situation.
Next season it will be because attendance is "Unexpectedly" down. (Because the didn't spend this off season)
Book it.
Yep, like you've said all along, snake oil salesman.
Just tell the latte sipping fans whatever they need to hear to keep them happy enough to keep coming back to the games, and subscribing to Root.
Jerry (and Mather) made huge mistakes by saying stupid things that put them on the hot seat. The way Jerry loved being interviewed nonstop, he was bound to screw up at some point.
I think if Jerry hadn't told people we should be grateful, they'd still be bowing down to him. They'd be calling the Urias move a shrewd money-saving trade, and defending Dipoto to the bitter end when we inevitably end up with another Pollock/La Stella. I'm happy he couldn't shut up, hope this is his make it or break it season.