There is the Cubbies Curse. Any original cubbie that gets traded to another team makes that team a looser.

But really everyone, don't we ALL love the Cubbies? Who among us wouldn't pull for them should they get into the World Series? Well, except for the fans of the other team of course.

As for Cincinnati, their outfield could be one of the best if Griffey plays up to par. Adam Dunn and Aus Kearns complete the trio. If things go right Dunn could be another George Foster.

But the Reds may switch Boone to second base to make room for Brandon Larson at third. That would leave aging Barry Larkin at SS which could weadken the middle infield defense.

As for the Phills, yes they have some power sluggers, but they better put some younger arms at the back end of the rotation. The bullpen is a little iffy as well.