Welcome! This league has a few pretty active teams itching for promotion. Most have added a new piece or two to their rosters recently so it should be interesting to see which teams emerge. Having one of the smallest payrolls in the league I don't expect to make the playoffs again this season. I somehow snuck into the playoffs last year and actually won the first round game before losing to the eventual champ. Looks like you replaced the champ in the Big 8.
I have only been managing my team for a season and a half now so I've basically been focused on upgrading my arena and slowly training my young players. I'm probably a season or two away from actually becoming a true and willing contender for promotion.
Looking at your roster, even after the sale of Sloan is complete, I believe you will have the highest payroll by 25k or so. In other words, I think you may just be the team to beat.
Good luck!