I couldn't help but notice the publucation date. Do you think they were being serious? :wink: Yes. The Cubs have been the "trendy" pick for the media to take it all since 2003. I think he was kidding. Im not questioning the poster, it just seems that every year since 2003, with the exception of 2006, The Cubs have been the pre season favorite to win it all. I'm pretty sure they weren't the favorites in 2005 either, and I doubt they were the favorites in 2007.