Factors Leading to the Demise of the Montreal Expos

Netflix’s documentary “Who Killed the Montreal Expos?” has reignited discussions among Montrealers about the team’s demise. Mark Routtenberg, a former owner, blames the 1994-95 MLB strike for the team’s downfall, citing poor management decisions and lack of financial support from ownership. David Samson, who managed the team during its decline, echoes similar sentiments about ownership struggles. Ultimately, the Expos were sold to MLB and relocated to Washington in 2004, becoming the Nationals.

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