"What constitutes proof?" I suppose that differs depending on the person answering the question. For me, none of the above constitute any kind of proof at all that DiPoto has demonstrated he can be the architect of a long-term successful baseball organization. A cup of coffee, a single drafted player (no matter how good), and a single year at the helm of a division winner don't contribute much to that conclusion. That's not to denigrate that he did them. He deserves recognition for what he has done; he deserves recognition as a relatively new GM who has had some success stories that may or may not portend ultimate success. Liking one's chances is commendable, but to me it is not demonstrated success as a proven GM. A five year run as a successful franchise would do it, though. Here's to DiPoto supplying us that proof.