There is no pattern really since it hasn't happened often enough. In any event, almost the entire American ballet scene is populated by NYCB insiders, even if they are currently elsewhere. I sincerely hope Martins has not so jeopardized his position as to need to leave. He has done a lot for the company. Things could have turned out much, much worse after Balanchine. The company is in very good shape. Sure, there are a few changes I would be happy with, but nothing is perfect. I am in the minority of posters on this particular thread, but let's show some respect and wait and see. This is like dividing the estate up before the body is cold.