Edgy MD wrote: I wouldn't worry about that. If they are able to recognize the right guy, there are hundreds of right guys out there. I think a greater concern is the effect the front office job search might have on delaying the Mets in the player market, which is a much more finite field. I agree with your second point. My point is that if Shildt is the shit then they won't get him and SD will. If he's not the right guy then, yes, it doesn't matter.