I think the Cubs offense could improve quite a bit by next year. We have had awful production from RF, CF, and C, along with have Izturis playing a lot early on. If we can get a decent RF for the 5 spot and if Pie and Soto perform adequately, I think we'll have a good lineup. Soriano Theriot Lee Ramirez RF Derosa/Patterson Pie Soto We also have a pretty solid foundation for the rotation. Hopefully this is Z's worst year, Lilly and Hill should stay solid, Then we have Marquis, Marshall, Gallagher, maybe Guzman, and a slight chance of Prior to finish out the rotation. Our bullpen should also be pretty solid for a few more years, especially if a couple of Pignatiello, Petrick, Wood, Hart can pan out. I know I broke the rules and didn't stick with a stagnant roster, but whatever.