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Denver offers an appealing lifestyle and a passionate fan base, yet the organization faces deep-rooted problems. The Rockies’ farm system is weak and unprepared to supply the major league team, and organizational inflexibility paired with internal conflicts—particularly amongst the Montford family ownership—has hampered their competitiveness. The team also struggles with a culture resistant to outsiders and a commitment to mediocrity, making Podesta’s job daunting.