The Yankees started buying players again in 2001 and look what it has produced. The White Sox and Red Sox were carefully constructed teams with some high priced talent as well as role players. The 2003 Marlins had some great young guys with some free agent vets added in. The great Yankee run in 1990-2001 was mostly home grown talent with key additions. Yes, teams with a big fan base have an advantage but it is through the fans loyalty to the team that they have the money to spend.
fans are loyal to teams that have a hope of a winning season.
Montreal is gone.
Who will be next?