This is Worth Saving

Guys,

I realize today has been horrible. Somehow everything has started spinning out of control, and it looks like our league of once-merry gentlemen could collapse at any moment. But let me say this, because if I don't I know I will regret it next fall when I'm missing you guys - THIS IS WORTH SAVING. We can't let one terrible day ruin something that has brought us so much joy. It would be really easy to just let this whole thing slip through our fingers. But we should take the path less traveled. I can honestly say it will be worth it. This league is worth more than all of the gold and iron ore in the world. Worth more than all the natural resources and talismans combined.

There are at least 3 issues we have to address if we want to save this league:

1) The Draft

It seems crazy that just 24 hours ago we were all looking forward to a day of touch football and drafting in the Captain's man cave. And now look at us - the draft has been called off, certain individuals are refusing to participate at all, and there is talk of auto-drafting for up to 2 teams.

My solution: We draft in pod formation. I think is the one solution we can all agree on.

2) Special Teams/Kick Returners

Luigi thinks special teams/kick returners should be more expensive this year. By this, I think he means that kick returners should be awarded more points for yards. What say you?

My solution: A good, old-fashioned vote. This may change the keeper situation somewhat, but that's a small price to pay, isn't it?

3) Secret Emails

Luigi dropped a bombshell in the email thread about special teams. (Check your google accounts.) Apparently, the Power 3 have been engaged in communications aimed at undermining the democratic principles of the gentlemen's game. I'm not sure I have a problem with this, but I also do not believe that I understand the full extent of their machinations. Jimmy may have quit upon learning of these actions.

My solution: Compromise - it's the only way.

Gentlemen,

Please sound off in the talkbox. I'm worried about what we're becoming and where we're headed. I hope we're headed somewhere, and I hope all of you hope we're headed somewhere as well. Because I think it will be great. Remember - THIS IS WORTH SAVING.