Yep, I would not be surprised if the top guys leave when their ELC is done or traded. The downside of being in a Cup window is the prospect pool diminishes with time.

They're gonna need to augment the roster with some affordable talent at some point.. and there are always injuries (god forbid) and age. Be patient and get the call up to a championship team or get traded to Chicago (no offense) for playing time

Titles come with a cost, unfortunately. One I would gladly pay, tho

Absolutely.