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riff raff wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 17:12 pm There's a Bernie video out there in which he says unequivocally that Yadi and Albert each came to Marmol independently and told him that if he were the manager that they wanted to be a part of the team in some capacity. I saw it on a fb reelz but couldn't figure out how to post it on here.
No kidding. Maybe someone else saw it and can post it.

Because they thought they'd be in line for the job once he is canned? Or to correct the problems they see?

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:50 pm

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

Likeability, agreeability, charisma play a major role.

Alex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:51 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:50 pm

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

Likeability, agreeability, charisma play a major role.

Those traits are important. But would you say oli has demonstrated them to the fans?

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

My buddy in St. Louis (an Oli supporter ) would tell you that Oli has a winning record ! (325 wins - 323 losses )
I tell him you are correct ..well at least so far in his first 4 years.. Maybe not afer 2026

Funny thing about my buddy , he doesn't favor anyone leaving the team it seems. Always would say Arenado loves St. Louis so keep him .. said that in Gold''s free agency , he would have paid him his salary to keep him ($20M pluse ) lol ... never mentioned any other guys he wanted gone. One of those guys who wants to keep everybody.
Needless to say , I don't seek his advice on which players would be smart to trade. lol

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 20:16 pm

Alex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:51 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:50 pm

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

Likeability, agreeability, charisma play a major role.

Those traits are important. But would you say oli has demonstrated them to the fans?

Oli has some growing up to do. His handling of O’Neill and his showing up CB Bucknor both had very bad optics. I think he’s known as a hothead in some circles. Not a guy I want to follow into battle. He’s not yet the smartest guy on the field, but he acts like he is.

BrockFloodMaris wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 22:10 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 20:16 pm

Alex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:51 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:50 pm

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

Likeability, agreeability, charisma play a major role.

Those traits are important. But would you say oli has demonstrated them to the fans?

Oli has some growing up to do. His handling of O’Neill and his showing up CB Bucknor both had very bad optics. I think he’s known as a hothead in some circles. Not a guy I want to follow into battle. He’s not yet the smartest guy on the field, but he acts like he is.

Very good points. His actions regarding O'Neill were bush league and out of line. But what can you expect when the POBO does something even more egregious by throwing Contreras under the bus? Lil oli was under the tutelage of Johnny putz Mozeliak.

Hopefully, Bloom has had a long talk with his manager and convinced Lil oli that a career. 500 record doesn't warrant arrogant or condescending behavior.

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 22:40 pm

BrockFloodMaris wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 22:10 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 20:16 pm

Alex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:51 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:50 pm

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

Likeability, agreeability, charisma play a major role.

Those traits are important. But would you say oli has demonstrated them to the fans?

Oli has some growing up to do. His handling of O’Neill and his showing up CB Bucknor both had very bad optics. I think he’s known as a hothead in some circles. Not a guy I want to follow into battle. He’s not yet the smartest guy on the field, but he acts like he is.

Very good points. His actions regarding O'Neill were bush league and out of line. But what can you expect when the POBO does something even more egregious by throwing Contreras under the bus? Lil oli was under the tutelage of Johnny putz Mozeliak.

Hopefully, Bloom has had a long talk with his manager and convinced Lil oli that a career. 500 record doesn't warrant arrogant or condescending behavior.

lol - Bloom loves him some oli

Alex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:49 pm If he is agreeable he’ll be here along time.

Oh yeah he's a yes man

dugoutrex wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 22:56 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 22:40 pm

BrockFloodMaris wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 22:10 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 20:16 pm

Alex Reyes Cy Young wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:51 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 19:50 pm

CorneliusWolfe wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 16:35 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

The first professional sports team leader to be hired and extended multiple times with accountability, skill, leadership, and winning being absolute non-factors.

Either this guy was really held back by Mozeliak, or DeWitt just doesn't care. Neither would surprise me. DeWitt doesn't seem to care about anything but money. And Johnny bow ties was a numb nutted putz.

Likeability, agreeability, charisma play a major role.

Those traits are important. But would you say oli has demonstrated them to the fans?

Oli has some growing up to do. His handling of O’Neill and his showing up CB Bucknor both had very bad optics. I think he’s known as a hothead in some circles. Not a guy I want to follow into battle. He’s not yet the smartest guy on the field, but he acts like he is.

Very good points. His actions regarding O'Neill were bush league and out of line. But what can you expect when the POBO does something even more egregious by throwing Contreras under the bus? Lil oli was under the tutelage of Johnny putz Mozeliak.

Hopefully, Bloom has had a long talk with his manager and convinced Lil oli that a career. 500 record doesn't warrant arrogant or condescending behavior.

lol - Bloom loves him some oli

Apparently so. Makes me question his judgment.

Lmao. Poor poor people are stuck with Marmol. I love it.

Ozziesfan41 wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:14 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

I know I’m impressed with his results players continue to play just as poor fundamental baseball several years after coming up as they did when they first came up. For a manager to be able to get that level of consistent poor play out of them is impressive

Why would people think the manager gives hitting and fielding instructions?

Cardinals1964 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:27 am

Ozziesfan41 wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:14 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

I know I’m impressed with his results players continue to play just as poor fundamental baseball several years after coming up as they did when they first came up. For a manager to be able to get that level of consistent poor play out of them is impressive

Why would people think the manager gives hitting and fielding instructions?

So all the manager does is fill out the line up card and make pitching changes? Sweet gig.

Jeff Goldblum wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:29 am

Cardinals1964 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:27 am

Ozziesfan41 wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:14 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

I know I’m impressed with his results players continue to play just as poor fundamental baseball several years after coming up as they did when they first came up. For a manager to be able to get that level of consistent poor play out of them is impressive

Why would people think the manager gives hitting and fielding instructions?

So all the manager does is fill out the line up card and make pitching changes? Sweet gig.

MLB managers generally do not provide direct, day-to-day technical hitting instruction; that responsibility falls to the specialized hitting coach(es). Managers focus on overall team strategy, lineups, and in-game decisions, while hitting coaches use video, data, and mechanics to work with players on their swings, approach, and mental state.

Cardinals1964 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:31 am

Jeff Goldblum wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:29 am

Cardinals1964 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:27 am

Ozziesfan41 wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:14 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

I know I’m impressed with his results players continue to play just as poor fundamental baseball several years after coming up as they did when they first came up. For a manager to be able to get that level of consistent poor play out of them is impressive

Why would people think the manager gives hitting and fielding instructions?

So all the manager does is fill out the line up card and make pitching changes? Sweet gig.

MLB managers generally do not provide direct, day-to-day technical hitting instruction; that responsibility falls to the specialized hitting coach(es). Managers focus on overall team strategy, lineups, and in-game decisions, while hitting coaches use video, data, and mechanics to work with players on their swings, approach, and mental state.

And when Mike schildt was manager he made it a point to focus on fundamental baseball and they were solid fundamentally. What is olis overall team strategy?

Jeff Goldblum wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:34 am

Cardinals1964 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:31 am

Jeff Goldblum wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:29 am

Cardinals1964 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2026 05:27 am

Ozziesfan41 wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:14 pm

JuanAgosto wrote: ↑01 Mar 2026 15:05 pm Mo must've taught oli how to keep a job despite producing pitiful results. Or he passed some DeWitt blackmail to Lil oli before he left.

I know I’m impressed with his results players continue to play just as poor fundamental baseball several years after coming up as they did when they first came up. For a manager to be able to get that level of consistent poor play out of them is impressive

Why would people think the manager gives hitting and fielding instructions?

So all the manager does is fill out the line up card and make pitching changes? Sweet gig.

MLB managers generally do not provide direct, day-to-day technical hitting instruction; that responsibility falls to the specialized hitting coach(es). Managers focus on overall team strategy, lineups, and in-game decisions, while hitting coaches use video, data, and mechanics to work with players on their swings, approach, and mental state.

And when Mike schildt was manager he made it a point to focus on fundamental baseball and they were solid fundamentally. What is olis overall team strategy?

Mike Schildt didn’t coach players. LaRussa didnt teach pitching.
Schildt may have said he is focused on fundamentals, but his coaches would be the ones to instill them. Talking about teaching fundamentals with major league players is kind of stupid. Do you think any teams say they are going to ignore fundamentals? Which team does that? These guys have been playing ball at least 10 years. That’s why I also hate the term, “Rookie mistake”.