Interesting take.

Now that you mention it, I do think ME's holdout could have a lingering negative effect on the WE of this team.

Tru was obviously disappointed he didn't get an extension worked out, but after being elected captain he's clearly part of the WE now-- even if it's just for one year.

Overall of course ME's return is a huge positive, but if his teammates sense he is still full of resentment it could affect the WE of the team.