Heard this one today:
Delta had 30 more "Large RJs" to scope out when the last 717 is delivered per their old CBA. Heard TSH has a lock on these 30. 7 went to GoJets because they could find cheap used frames. The remainder (23) will go to Compass. The outstanding 30 'options' for the CRJ-900 will not be taken. (They already wont be able to take at least 7 of the options due to GoJets getting 7 used ones)
Apparently, CP hasn't had problems hiring up to this point. TSH's experience has been, announce more airplanes and pilots will come. This will be no different...
I would put my eggs in a basket with less lifers, growth, and movement.