The Boston Red Sox announced that they have parted ways with Chaim Bloom, who had served as the team’s Chief Baseball Officer since 2019. The move comes after a disappointing season in which the Red Sox failed to compete for a playoff spot, finishing last in the AL East.

Bloom was hired to lead a rebuild of the Red Sox farm system while also keeping the major league team competitive. However, after a surprise trip to the ALCS in 2021, the team has struggled, missing the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.

Boston Red Sox Adrian Gonzalez Navy Jersey

Red Sox owner John Henry released a statement thanking Bloom for his service but stating that the team needed a new direction. “We appreciate everything Chaim has done for the organization, but we believe it is time for a change,” Henry said. “Our goal is to compete for championships, and we need to find a leader who can guide us back to that level.”

The search for Bloom’s replacement is expected to be wide-ranging, with the Red Sox likely targeting experienced candidates who can quickly turn the team back into a contender. Potential candidates include former Cubs GM Theo Epstein and Dodgers executive Andrew Friedman.

For Bloom, the dismissal ends a tumultuous tenure in Boston, where he faced criticism for trading Mookie Betts and for the team’s lack of .