Like it or not, HUB BYPASS operations by RJ's are a very real threat to your career.
"HUB BYPASS" = Job loss. Hmmm, OK, maybe. Buzz words, buzz words, buzz words.
So, when someone floats an example than works, I'll be scared. Hasn't happened yet. Delta has all the tools, as does Continental. 50 seats will never kill a 757 in a market that supports a 757. Never happen. 757 wins every time, in every respect.