"I don't really understand that anyone with as many shares as JB, Bg, or any of the Board has why they would stand in the way of a deal!"

Really good question- and I think we'd all like the answer. No one would object to any deal concluded by BG- so long as it is structured to benefit we shareholders. On the other hand- not only is the BOD not willing to entertain deals brought forth by JB, but is actively impeding them by persisting in pursuing the idiotic lawsuits- these lawsuits that may also potentialy impede any potential deals that might arise from the recently mentioned CA's.

All possible deals should be entertained and evaluated- and, if appropriate- pursued and facilitated. That is the BOD's fiduciary duty.