So this one is pretty easy for me personally.

Texas.

Now this isn't a full on homer take. Look at the roster and how it's constructed and that a calendar year generally contains 4 seasons on average?

At the current rate of growth the team is experiencing mixed with league wide regression you already having texas vaulting up the standings.

The Mid point of S56 saw us around the 9-11 range for Offense - Defense - Goalie TPE. By the time we are at the MID S57 mark we are in 7th across the board.

As long as Puoli and RCD can keep the core mostly in tact and make some moves to keep some fresh legs coming in while managing the cap, I think Texas is at the CHI - HAM - BUF tier for talent and success. I have full confidence in Puoli at the helm of this team, especially with testing and think the West is Best moniker will return in full spirit for the league.