A couple of holes in your argument, although most of us would agree with some of your points. The Yankees, your example for instance. They have a much, much, better farm system, they were able to trade for good prospects because they actually had tradable players and they have owners who don't mind spending the big bucks. And the big intangible, players want to play in the bright lights of NY, easier signings. Apples and oranges. If you look at some of the other teams touted for great seasons, you'll find the Jays aren't alone in underachieving. And its pretty tough to trade aging players in decline with multi, multi, million dollar contracts and get something useable in return . And why trade your good young players for other good young players. It is going to happen and its going to be ugly and hurt for a few seasons but it will happen.