if there’s even one to give. I hear different things about what the money difference was, for instance. I also wonder how much he was manipulated by Falk (though even if was, I’d still blame him for letting himself be taken). And other standard questions: What on earth went through his mind as he knowingly betrayed Baron? Did he feel any loyalty, and thus have misgivings, as he left us fans behind? Was there really a communication breakdown between him and the Clips? I never did get to hear Dunleavy’s take on it all.

As D.J. Foster points out, Elton left a loyal fan base for a Philly crowd that has no reason to cut him any slack. I doubt that he ever considered this as he was jumping ship. Even if we never get the full scoop on the story, I’m forever convinced that his decision was an unintelligent personal life-move.