I think this is the right perspective. We should enjoy the rest of this season--whatever it brings--while being realistic about our chances. No reason to jump off the Tobin if the Rays or even Yankees overtake us.We have a young, solid core and Bloom is working to maintain it while fielding a product that is very fun to watch. I thought this was a third/fourth place team at the beginning of the year.
We've done a lot better than almost anyone expected, and the future is-as you say--looking bright indeed. Four World Series titles should earn management some fan patience.