Yes and no. It never hurts to put an emotional positive spin to your boss. I'm not saying it works with Loomis all that much, but I don't think it hurts.
I'm sure it doesn't hurt much. Especially since he is an RFA and his options are limited. In fact, it might make Loomis more likely to sing him to a longer term deal. Anyway, it's nothing but good news either way.