Well, maybe we can make it up with Meche/Wolf/Lily or a trade. One of those three and Westbrook would suffice, but Schmidt would give us a solid #2. If we have a rotation of: Z Hill Westbrook Meche/Wolf/Lilly Miller/Prior We have one proven #1 and four #3s at the very best. If we had Schmidt, we'd have a proven ace, a solid #2, and three #3s at the very best. Big difference there. I think at best, Hill could prove to be a top of the rotation starter. At the very best. Otherwise I agree. I think we'd need to make a run at another bat if we don't get Schmidt though. I agree with everything you said, Hill could finally have a huge season. He showed flashes last season of being a stud. If we don't get Schmidt, we HAVE to sign Lugo for SS, move Izturis+Eyre/Ohman out for Westbrook, and sign Meche/Lilly/Wolf, we have a decent rotation and a very solid batting order. With our bullpen looking impressive like it does, that could be a very scary team in the NL Central.