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Historically, the Guardians' strategy has involved developing promising players only to watch them depart for bigger contracts elsewhere. This cycle has left the team perceived as a "feeder system," where they cultivate talent but lack the resources to keep it. A shift in this trend requires an investment in both players and a more aggressive trade strategy that aligns with the team's long-term success.
While the franchise may have benefited from past profits from trades, sustaining star power is essential, and the Guardians will need to figure out how to maintain key players like Naylor, especially if they continue to improve.