Halperin isn’t an objective member of the media; he’s a fan. Seriously, this article could be a sports blog written by a Cubs fan talking about how his favorite team needs to get another starter, improve the bullpen and swap the shortstop and second base to get to the world series. Then he finishes by telling all his fellow fans to cheer on the team and he’s sure they will win this year.
(Hey, I’m familiar with this mentality. I’m a Cub fan.)