Cubs Fans, Are We Getting Gaslit by Ricketts?
Tom Ricketts claims the Cubs can’t compete financially with the Dodgers and Mets. He says they’re trying to break even. Yet, they shelled out for Kyle Tucker. Something doesn't add up. Is “breaking even” code for “cheaping out”? Or are the Dodgers and Mets financial outliers, making it impossible for anyone else to compete? Are small-market teams doomed in the current MLB financial landscape? The Cubs traded Bellinger away, supposedly not a salary dump, but it sure looks like one. Ricketts says they’re aiming for the playoffs, but is that realistic without serious investment? Is consistently making the playoffs and hoping for a miracle run a viable strategy? Or does this signal a rebuild masked as contention? What moves should the Cubs make to become true contenders? Let's hear your thoughts, Cubs fans. What's the real story here?
Cubs Fans, Are We Getting Gaslit by Ricketts?
Tom Ricketts claims the Cubs can’t compete financially with the Dodgers and Mets. He says they’re trying to break even. Yet, they shelled out for Kyle Tucker. Something doesn't add up. Is “breaking even” code for “cheaping out”? Or are the Dodgers and Mets financial outliers, making it impossible for anyone else to compete? Are small-market teams doomed in the current MLB financial landscape? The Cubs traded Bellinger away, supposedly not a salary dump, but it sure looks like one. Ricketts says they’re aiming for the playoffs, but is that realistic without serious investment? Is consistently making the playoffs and hoping for a miracle run a viable strategy? Or does this signal a rebuild masked as contention? What moves should the Cubs make to become true contenders? Let's hear your thoughts, Cubs fans. What's the real story here?
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