Anyway the newb has some thoughts/predictions for what is going downnnn
.Kishimoto said Sakura was going to be more of a heroine from now on.
.Kishimoto said Kakashi was going to have an arc soon.
.Kishimoto said Naruto might have an upgrade. (if I remember correctly!)
Now I’ve been mulling over this for the last few days and I think the idea is probable (and I would love it to happen as well

I certainly do think that the cut on Naruto’s face is important. MOSTLY because Kakashi addressed that the weapon which caused it was a *poisoned* kunai. I really doubt it would have even been mentioned if it wasn’t going to be a plot point later on.
Now. [VAGUE outline]
I think Naruto is going to be affected by said poison and become weak/vulnerable. Events ensue. I imagine Sasuke will attempt an attack and Sakura will intercept it. Thus Sakura is more of a heroine. Events ensue.
I think Sakura being injured would prompt a Kakashi arc by reminding him of not being able to protect his important people. Namely, Rin. I hope we finally get a back story on what happened with her.
Also, Sakura being injured may prompt for Naruto to want to get stronger. Hence, a power upgrade for him!
Plausible?? :O