Forgive the redundancy here, but I have FOMO, and what to join the conversation. Jack Rabbit's sense is mine, too. I'd be stunned if they don't pursue a legit all-around outfielder like Suzuki after the JBJ trade, though also think Schwarber is a possibility (it will one be or the other but not both). No more starting pitching to be had, though another bullpen arm or two will come (Bloom has said as much) ...my only hope is that one of them is an established quality guy and not a flier type ...
In the time Bloom has been at the helm he has shown us that he is unpredictable. One can only reach the conclusion that he is very bright, very well prepared for any possible scenarios which may take place and makes deals which strengthen the roster in the short term as well as in the long run. Very few GM's are capable of doing this. I am convinced the team we follow is in great hands.
Hence, it is almost impossible for us to be able to guess what may be in store regarding possible dealings. One thing is for sure: he will surprise us!
At this point, everything pends on the new collective bargaining agreement, which will in turn establish the rules for the MLB market. No matter what the final collective agreement is, it is bound to affect the different franchises in different ways. I would imagine the Red Sox should be in a good spot comparatively, given its financial strength and the improvement of the minor league system. Can Bloom make the most of this potential advantage? If he can, I have no doubt he will.
Deals made once the season is underway are certainly difficult to foresee. How competitive will the Red Sox be in 2022? I can't help but to be optimistic. Last year I was one of the voters who believed the Sox would end up the regular season with more than 90 wins. How can I not be optimistic for 2022?
In Bloom I trust.