Balance is a very good way to look at it. The Pats have been the best team in the league for the last 20 years at finding talent with out over spending. letting players go before they are washed up and still hold some value. having the right balance of coaches that can work together.
Also maybe the hardest thing to do ...finding a balance that allows you to win this year while still having your focus on winning for the next 10 years.
I think that with Beane, he does and excellent job of understanding this balance, by far better than any previous gm we have had in ages. Also the Union of Bean and McDermmot
being on the same page and having similair philosophies gives us a great advantage to build upon.
Thanks for the write up, nice work.