Disappointment. Unhappiness. Discontent. All of these emotions are among the seemingly, dwindling Phillies fan-base. But why?..... Yes, the team is by-far under-performing, and has for the past 3 seasons. Yes, the general manager has, and will, make some questioning and debatable decisions. But, the organization has recognized the need for a new direction. Interim president, Pat Gillick, and GM, Ruben Amaro, have publicly noted the need and desire to begin (gasp) a rebuilding phase. And, the team has began this process. There is absolutely no reason to panic. There was, however, some degree and area for this when awhile back, pretty much the entire fan-base saw the need for a "retooling" period (as RAJ calls it) and a deafening silence was heard from the team. But now, the team has changed. Ruben and co. seem to be moving toward progress and a new era for a few years. This means there is plenty of reason to be positive, and supportive of the organization. The organization needs their share of new youth and up-and-coming prospects, but lets not overlook the often underrated talent the organization does have. It has a future ace in Aaron Nola. It has a future center fielder and catalyst in Roman Quinn (see my 11/03/14 piece). It has a future shortstop in J.P Crawford. And, the team has a, now major-leaguer, future third-baseman/first-baseman Maikel Franco. The Phils have giant, versatile outfielders in the making in: Aaron Altherr, Cord Sandberg, Dylen Cozens, Cam Perkins, Kelly Dugan, Zach Green, and Aaron Brown. The team already has Cody Asche who (unfairly) has been frowned upon. He too has a great future in the majors, whether its at third-base, or left-field. This organization has talent, undeniable talent at that. This team has, and will acquire more talent, in a surprisingly few years. Lets not forget that the Phils are leaders in the race for young, Cuban sensation and slugger Yasmani Tomas. Not to mention, the team could very well trade Cole Hamels and get a wealth of prospects. Prospects will come this team's way in the coming years via trade, international signings, and drafts. That will not be a problem (so long as the team maintains their new mindset). Another thing to factor into why I think this team will win a World Series before 2020, is that their will be plenty of veteran guys around to mentor and help teach these new prospects. Fan favorites Chase Utley and Carlos (chooch) Ruiz will be around for the next 3 years or so. They may not put up their old numbers, but they can/will certainly be good mentors. In conclusion, I firmly believe the Phillies will win a World Series before 2020 because: 1) they have an underrated talent pool of prospects that will immensely contribute in the majors, 2) they are on the verge of possibly acquiring many young prospects which will continue for the foreseeable future, and 3) these recruits will, in upcoming years, have veteran mentors who will let their presence be known.