Didn't say anywhere there should be sympathy, so I'll be more clear about what my thought is, it's pretty basic though. He shouldn't entertain any kind of major haircut in his prime when nothing is guaranteed going forward, including his health.
I wasn't the one who brought up showing the deal to Igor (the comment was probably made in jest). My point being it's apples and oranges. He's has the right to do whatever he sees best for him and his family. He's earned the right to do all he can to cash in, if the team can't or doesn't want to pay it, they have to get something for him imo. Riding it out and letting him walk would be a terrible idea again just imo.