Found him in a league with me a few months back... sent him a message saying basically what our concerns have been in the past but that we're also a close knit community, here to help each other out too. Here was his response - I don't think he would mind my sharing this in public at all as it clearly states where HE is coming from:
[i:aeb8f198d8]"I can't say I've had a more accurate welcome. Most people think I'm in it to ruin the league. Nothing could be further from the truth. I've learned
the hard way, had some teams repoed and got no refund. In each of my
last 2 leagues someone like yourself would step forward, and offer advice
especially if they saw I was going through a losing streak, it helped a
great deal, so if you see the signs, or the storm clouds brewing don't be
afraid to say something, I'd like to win, but I'd also like to be able to
finish the season if I can't wint win w/o 11 others guys thinking I tanked it
because I'm an a**hole, know what I mean?
Good luck to you tonight, and the rest of the season."[/i:aeb8f198d8]
I found him to be very reasonable and cordial to chat with and he genuinely seemed to be doing what he felt was best. I wouldn't hesitate to be in a league with him again, same division or not.