It's the Koolaide. http://www.lardlad.com/assets/quotes/season4/9F10.shtml In all seriousness, I am still on board with what the Epstein plan represents. This being said, professional sports is above all else a form of entertainment. I don't know how many TV shows would survive if they told their audience "hey, I know we're unwatchable now, but we're developing some new writers and have our eye on some young, up and coming actors; but for now, please enjoy Tone Loc and Dustin Diamond." I also have to wonder what's next if when the Epstein Era comes to an end, leaving behind a strong farm but a well below .500 big league club and progressively dwindling ticket sales. Does ownership hit the panic switch and hire a guy to bandage together a Hendry-esque monster? Do they sell to the highest bidder? The Simpsons is still on air.