Already Looking to the Off-Season?

MLB Trade Rumors is doing a rundown of 2012 contract issues for every team and posted the Dodgers outlook this morning. For those experiencing emotional abuse from the Dodgers, this might only deepen the pain. Here is a key excerpt:

The big question, of course, is the team's ownership situation. If by November Bud Selig successfully removes Frank McCourt from the picture entirely and installs a new owner, the Dodgers figure to be major players in free agency. If not, I have to think payroll would be cut. In that case GM Ned Colletti would still have some spending money, just not for the big names.

Unfortunately, I think a rapid conclusion by November would be a miracle.