This is what some of the younger fans don't understand: Mickey is finance guy, not personnel.
That was his shortcoming 20 years ago and it hasn't changed at all. Before the 05 season started, rumblings were going around about his performance and inability to identify good personnel. That was a long time ago but we're seeing some of the same crap we saw back then happen right now.
IF history is our guide, it's going to take another 3-14 season for changes to happen.
Patience is not to be confused with inept.