Claude Brochu is a former baseball executive who is best known for his tenure as the president and CEO of the Montreal Expos. Brochu was born in Quebec City, Canada, and grew up playing baseball in his hometown. He attended Laval University, where he earned a degree in business administration.
Brochu began his career in baseball in the early 1980s, when he became involved with the Montreal Expos. He initially served as a member of the team's board of directors, but quickly rose through the ranks to become the team's president and CEO.
During his tenure with the Expos, Brochu oversaw a number of significant changes to the team's operations. He was instrumental in the construction of the team's new stadium, Olympic Stadium, which opened in 1987. He also played a key role in the team's acquisition of several high-profile players, including Pedro Martinez and Larry Walker.
Despite these successes, Brochu's tenure with the Expos was not without controversy. He was criticized by some fans and media members for his handling of the team's finances, and for his decision to trade away several popular players in the mid-1990s.
Brochu ultimately resigned from his position with the Expos in 1999, citing personal reasons. He later wrote a book about his experiences with the team, titled "My Turn at Bat: The Sad Saga of the Montreal Expos."
Today, Brochu is retired from baseball and lives in Quebec City. He remains a respected figure in the sport, and is remembered for his contributions to the Expos and to baseball as a whole.
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