JLs style doesn't seem to fit the Honda even more than it did with the Duc. He never got along with his teammates at Yamaha, or Duc, so I agree with Garry that it will be interesting to see how he gets along with MM. "recommend switch to map 8" and "-1".

Not a VR fan but he seems to still have the drive and physical ability, so barring an injury or Yamaha throwing a clunker engine in 2019, I think he will be competitive. The last two races he had good race pace.
MM said Suzuki will be seriously challenging for podiums next year, I believe him and think Rins has the skills.
Zarco is a very talented wild man. How many KTMs will he throw down the road after burning up the tires early before he can be disciplined enough to be a regular on the podium? How much will DP help in bike development? Smarter guys than me will have to chime in but gonna be fun to watch either way.
Wil CS departure (to Honda?) hurt Ducati? DP9 will be a question mark but AD will be solid as usual, I suspect.
Can't wait for the testing to begin.