They are in a similar position as the Cubs were prior to the WS win. Chicago football fans are so devoted and praying to see a winning team that despite the crap they put out on the field, fans will continue to come out and support.
Then you have to replace two SP in the rotation, with who? Kopech and Lopez? I’m not banking on either of them, maybe Kopech for half a season but expecting anything more is I’ll advised.