Courtesy Photo – One of the biggest acquisitions of the offseason, Japanese pitcher Kensuke Miura.
The wait for baseball fans in the Laurentians is over, as the Cardinals opened their season on Saturday, May 11 by visiting the Montreal Jets and losing 4 to 1.
François Rousseau, the president of the team, is enthusiastic, sharing his renewed vision for the team: “We have made several changes, starting with the formalization of Jean-Pierre Maria as head coach. » From May 26, during the home opening match against the Sherbrooke Expos in Saint-Colomban, fans will have the opportunity to discover Cédric Beaudry, a third goal drafted 17th overall in the last draft, as well as Jonathan Valdes, known for his batting power.
Among the new recruits, Kensuke Miura stands out as a major acquisition. This right-handed pitcher, with his international experience, is a centerpiece of Rousseau’s strategy for this season. “After having evaluated more than 100 international pitchers, it is a great satisfaction to see Kensuke join us,” confides Rousseau.
Although the team has seen the arrival of nine new players, cohesion does not seem to suffer. On the contrary, Rousseau notes with pride the rapid chemistry that has developed among the players, noting that veterans like François Cholette, Pedro Luiz Hernandez, Samuel Savoie, and Samuel Cyr continue to form the core of the team.
What are the prospects for the Cardinals?
Last season highlighted a notable weakness on the mound, a depth deficit that the president believes he has filled. The arrival of Bardis and Miura, as well as promising young pitcher Matthew Bomersback, should significantly strengthen this position. Rousseau is also optimistic about the team’s ability to generate offensive results, recalling that the Cardinals finished second in the league in home runs last year.
Rousseau’s ambition for his Cardinals is clear: reach the 500 mark and qualify for the playoffs, despite the fierce competitiveness of their division. This represents a major challenge, but the president believes in his team.
In conclusion, François Rousseau invites fans to join in traveling in as large numbers as in past years to see the team and promises a local opening that sounds good, with the presence of Christian-Marc Gendron, talented singer and co-owner of the team. The Gaffney-Kennedy field awaits you on May 26 at 2 p.m. for the return of the Cardinals.
2024-05-14 01:22:02
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