#team-rebuild

#team-rebuild

A total mismanagement of a declining roster between Thomas Dimitroff and Dan Quinn in 2019 and 2020 led to a complete revamp in 2021. Two years of slow progression led to a season with credible expectations in 2023. That came crashing down in a division there for the taking, leading to Arthur Smith's dismissal. As exciting as the beginning of last season was under Raheem Morris, another late-season collapse resulted in another wasted opportunity to make the playoffs.

Ja'Whaun Bentley would be a good fit in New York, but would only be a short term fix.

The Atlanta Braves are unlikely to be active buyers before the Trade Deadline, especially after a disappointing 2024 NL Wild Card series and a poor start to the 2025 season.

Hagens is a huge win for the Boston Bruins, who haven't drafted well in the past. His passing skills and versatility make him an essential asset for their rebuild.

"There are a lot of things to highlight. There are other areas that need to be continued to be developed, worked on."

From 2015-21, the A's won consistently but their low-budget model necessitated a rebuild, which was met with skepticism from fans regarding its effectiveness.