We can get 9 points.
Hence we can be a maximum of 5 points clear, with goal difference it's basically 6.
The have Arsenal, Bolton, Fulham away. And Newcy at home. I wouldn't say the'll deffo get 6 from them. Of course the have a chance, but considering the only drew with Brum, 6 points ain't a gurantee.
Chelsea won't rest the player's like yer think the will, IMO, an even if the do so what. We have enough player's and our 12th man for that game.
The other side to this "rest them" debate is, that the won't have played for 6 day's. Perhaps it would tell late on. Not saying it will but it ain't yer play more yer gonna do worse.