Often a team in a long period of losing issues a timetable. This could be to ask for fans' patience, help media understand and carry the team message, or simply buy time.
Bridich simply doesn't think in those terms. The Rockies didn't trade outfielder Carlos Gonzalez, owed two years at $37 million, and didn't go completely wild and entertain trading star third baseman Nolan Arenado in his first year of arbitration. And why did Bridich acquire veteran relief pitchers Jason Motte, Chad Qualls and Jake McGee when the starting staff is unproven?