2024 Cubs

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J-Hey’s contract is not the reason that Cubs haven’t spent as a major market team with revenues that dwarf most others in the NL Central. His contract is a sample of underperforming expectations but as you mention being a higher revenue team allows occasional overpaying

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I'm having a hard time finding much to get excited about for the upcoming season. All the hype about the farm system being top-5 doesn't do much for me. It seems like it's rated more on its depth than having any potential stars in the system. Some solid major leaguers, maybe, but nothing like Javy, Bryant, Schwarber, Willson, etc. back in 2014. It's pretty frustrating having such a massive financial advantage in the Central and not really using it. The 2024 team looks like it's a few wins weaker than the 2023 team. I really hope I'm wrong about that, but counting on Busch and PCA to make up for Bellinger's production isn't based on reality.

Butch believe you said something similar in April/May last season but Cubs turned in a great run before bullpen and offense hit the skids in September 

I’m greatly disappointed that the roster is not as strong as last season’s but still be ready for sunny day games in the bleachers and hoping that Cub runs magically appear