Lynn Worthy | Post-Dispatch

Sports columnist

Historians may gain a bit better perspective on this later, but right now, it sure feels like we’re seeing the biggest grassroots campaign built on the themes of “hope” and “change” since Barack Obama’s initial push for the U.S. presidency.

That’s the level of enthusiasm about the transition from current Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak to his successor, Chaim Bloom .

In the minds of many, Bloom’s takeover represents a new beginning as well as a shift in direction and a fresh approach. With that comes a cascade of optimism and anticipation. But expectations must also be tempered.

Hopefully, that leads up to a renewed love affair between the team and the fan base that proudly boasts the moniker of the “Best Fans in

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