Rubik, I believe the reason for stating that what we expect to occur has in fact occured is that we should not forget to check it and thereby not notice/discover a problem in time. For example the "speedbrakes up" call in the B737. However these calls has to be limited to the most essential systems.
I try my very best to follow SOPīs but I also like the following:
Temporary deviations from the Standard Operating Procedures are allowed if, in the opinion of the Commander, it will result in a safer and/ or more efficient Flight Operation. Deviation shall be properly briefed and understood by ALL Flight Crew Members.