Brooklyn State of Mind: A Press Conference, Or An Explanation (2053.2)
Posted: Tue Nov 29, 2022 11:39 pm
"Ben, why promote 3 rookies who haven't gotten a lot of seasoning in the minors? Isn't that tanking?"
"No, it's not tanking. The Robins have been active in the trade market since the start of last season, have signed players during the season, and are willing to invest in the wavier wire, as evidenced by the transaction wire and reports. The reason for bringing up those 3 prospects in particular is that the organization has tried to be patient, but have been scuffling around the 90-100 loss region the past few years despite attempting to improve while those three players develop. What is important to keep in mind is that both Morales Jr. and Cuclow Jr have high popularity, in addition to our two major free agent signings in Sousa and Fernandez. Fan Interest and Fan Loyalty are both average, with plans to improve that by targeting a couple of high popularity players. I would rather call up young players who can help the team now rather than wait. Player development is fickle, and my philosophy as a GM in this league to keep active and when things haven't worked, to take a chance."
"Ben, can you give me an insight on how the finances are looking at this point in the season, given the X Generation strategy has been announced and the Robins have opened at home?"
"Sure thing. The BBA is almost as much a financial league as a baseball league in terms of who is successful. Our season ticket holders have increased from 7,987 to 9,288, which is an increase of 16%. We have seen increases in both per game revenue and attendance so far, though it is a small sample size. Our new coaching staff at the BBA level all has a minimum of average in terms of player development, and our manager in Paco Creteles was signed specifically with the idea that his track record of player development at the AAA level combined with elite ratings in developing all facets of players made doing the X Generation strategy possible. This wasn't a decision that was made overnight, and there was a real thought that this is a way to shake things up in Brooklyn to build around a young core while adding veterans that can help with Fan Interest as well as attempt to improve."
"Ben, what are your goals for this year, given how radical this strategy is?"
"My goals are realistic yet simple. See continued improvement in the finances of the team, all three of our young rookies to develop and put up good numbers, and an increase in wins as we build up a team to be competitive. This ain't tanking, and the Robins are trying to build buzz, give a quality product, and be an asset to the league that can positively impact the playoff race this year. 75 wins would be the goal, with award consideration a strong factor."
"No, it's not tanking. The Robins have been active in the trade market since the start of last season, have signed players during the season, and are willing to invest in the wavier wire, as evidenced by the transaction wire and reports. The reason for bringing up those 3 prospects in particular is that the organization has tried to be patient, but have been scuffling around the 90-100 loss region the past few years despite attempting to improve while those three players develop. What is important to keep in mind is that both Morales Jr. and Cuclow Jr have high popularity, in addition to our two major free agent signings in Sousa and Fernandez. Fan Interest and Fan Loyalty are both average, with plans to improve that by targeting a couple of high popularity players. I would rather call up young players who can help the team now rather than wait. Player development is fickle, and my philosophy as a GM in this league to keep active and when things haven't worked, to take a chance."
"Ben, can you give me an insight on how the finances are looking at this point in the season, given the X Generation strategy has been announced and the Robins have opened at home?"
"Sure thing. The BBA is almost as much a financial league as a baseball league in terms of who is successful. Our season ticket holders have increased from 7,987 to 9,288, which is an increase of 16%. We have seen increases in both per game revenue and attendance so far, though it is a small sample size. Our new coaching staff at the BBA level all has a minimum of average in terms of player development, and our manager in Paco Creteles was signed specifically with the idea that his track record of player development at the AAA level combined with elite ratings in developing all facets of players made doing the X Generation strategy possible. This wasn't a decision that was made overnight, and there was a real thought that this is a way to shake things up in Brooklyn to build around a young core while adding veterans that can help with Fan Interest as well as attempt to improve."
"Ben, what are your goals for this year, given how radical this strategy is?"
"My goals are realistic yet simple. See continued improvement in the finances of the team, all three of our young rookies to develop and put up good numbers, and an increase in wins as we build up a team to be competitive. This ain't tanking, and the Robins are trying to build buzz, give a quality product, and be an asset to the league that can positively impact the playoff race this year. 75 wins would be the goal, with award consideration a strong factor."