Looking to 2004

I know we're actually contending, but as a Cubs fan, I've been conditioned to constantly be looking forward to next year....and beyond.

Cubs Pundit talks of Japan and Leadoff hitters.

Likewise, over on Uncouth Sloth, the future value of Kerry Wood has been discussed.

And Dan discusses my personal favorite Korean big leaguer, Big Choi (who still has a big part to play in the Cubs' future, and my personal least favorite six-fingered relief pitcher, Prof. Alfonseca.