I agree they can be a playoff contender next year, not a primary contender, but one that could sneak in their with good development from youngsters and a few secondary acquisitions in free agency in trades. They should be trying to put a competitive team on the field every year now. They can develop their future "core" in the minors and be reasonably competive at the same time.
And yes, every player is available at the right price. I don't expect that to happen with Skubal though.