I think it's silly, but fair. I wish we knew the whole story, the real truth, all I have is a lot of speculation (some good ones at that)
I try not to compare my job to that of an NHLer, but if I'm late to something, those 5 minutes could be the difference of life or death. (although there is usually always competent backup) My room for error is very small. I guess if this is what your life is about.... The Stanley Cup.... Then you make sure to do everything you need to, to assure you don't put yourself in this situation.
A benching sucks, but I think it's gonna be OK, honestly.
I still want DD to go Bye bye, but it's from what happened previous to this that makes me want that.