I dunno, we are usually here a few hours before, the Thursday night games and its bad. Also sometimes the Vikings decide to play a preseason game that night, along with Twins doesn't help either.
Not the best of moves considering timing, but at least he held it close to the vest and did not made any grandiose statements of " I'm definitely returning" like other(s) we need not mention.
Someday he's going to have to learn if you make a public commitment to something, standing by your word will go a long way. Not mad he left, but dont be dishonest about it. Karma will find a way either in the workforce or otherwise.