If Arrieta isn't in the discussion for the Cy Young award, then people simply aren't paying attention.

With what Granke, Kershaw and a couple others are dong, that's a tall order.

Right now, i'd say they're a year ahead of schedule. If Bryant can get up in the 290's, that's going to be a tough middle of the line up. I also think that's going to be a really good defensive infield.

Need one more pitcher though, and a lock down closer.

That's pretty good. So maybe it's a myth that the Cubs need a "lock down closer". And I think Haren will be ok for a fifth starter.
See, I actually watch Cubs games a lot so I pay attention to what's going on. In my opinion, they could use a center fielder because Fowler has a one year deal. Starlin Castro?

Rondon is good. Not dominant. And, i watch too. I've been watching since 1959.

injured, hurting, and at the end of a challenging and hot road trip. But I agree, a tip of the hat is in order to Epstein. And to Cubs fans for keeping the faith. They're among the greatest fans in baseball.