2015 was, well, there’s no other way to say it, a really fun year to be a Cubs fan. Free from the burden of expectation, we could revel in the antics of our team, which quite often resulted in victory. And while the final result left a bit to be desired, the combination of youthful talent and premature success led many to project big things for the Cubs. I was one of them.
But when it comes to setting realistic predictions, fans aren’t necessarily the most trustworthy group. I mean, when you’ve got a vested interest in the success of something, it’s possible that your motives would be less than pure.