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As president of the Marlins, Sampson sought to create a winning culture, retaining iconic figures like Andre Dawson and Tony Perez while also making tough decisions to improve the team. He recounts the story of how the Marlins were able to win the 2003 World Series, overcoming a slow start to the season and capitalizing on key moments of luck and opportunity.
However, Sampson's tenure was not without its challenges. The 2012 season, in particular, proved to be a difficult one, with the team's high-profile offseason acquisitions failing to translate into success on the field. Sampson reflects on the franchise's struggles to build a sustainable winning model, often having to tear down and rebuild the roster.