They would’ve walked to the World Series last year if not for LA having more stars and destroying the competitive balance. Now that their high $ vets are entering the backend of their deals, they’ll be crippled long term. Same with the Padres.
Love somewhere in between or hate Jed, the Cubs aren’t crippled financially long term. I think peanut is too focused on the pitching staffs baseline ERA and neglecting just how much they’re bailed out by the cubs defense, but I can’t speak for him.