Front office ignored the obvious need for starting pitching which has been a major issue the last few seasons. The bullpen wasn't addressed either. They lost Yadi and Pujols. Added Contreras who has had issues this season and hasn't been as good at the plate as expected. They didn't replace the void Pujols left behind, he was a big part of the offense in the second half of last year. Their defense has gotten much worse this year. The offense has been pretty good mostly but the defense and pitching has really held them back.