The Miami Marlins organization and the surrounding community are like scorned lovers. Even President of Business Operations Chip Bowers—brand new to the situation after spending most of his career on the west coast—could tell immediately.
Since changing ownership, the Marlins are off to a good start in mending that relationship. Their new approach to public relations and sponsorships is a good start. Being active in the international market is a good start. Taking the worst farm system in baseball and moving to the middle of the pack is a good start. Allowing fans to shape the #OurColores rebrand and renovations at Marlins Park is a good start.