I am not the one who speculated or broadcasted that just stating what was out there, and remember the article that Russo released putting this out there. People will retract real quick once they know they are in the wrong, could very well be saying the right things to get back in good graces after messing up. Ultimately I agree with you that he was not in the wrong for his thinking, but him saying all the right things is no different than Theofanous putting word out there through Weekes. Menell took things into his own hands, where lots of players follow the lead of the organization.. not to say he was in the wrong because like I said I agree he had to do what was right for him, but still doesn't justify the way the Wild felt about how he handled it and that was my main point.
If I go tell my boss right now I want a different position or I am going to quit, and then go to a different institution and decide I want to come back.. of course I will say I wanted an opportunity becuase I wasn't sure of availability here. His motivations are his, but doesn't mean the facts are... so it is ultimately speculation unless the Wild came to the table with the same story.. which they wont/nor have to.