I couldn't see Bute entering this, at least not at this point. For promotional reasons, ie $$$. His stock will be most served fighting who is the winner of this, and the match will be appealing because of the draw of fans from the winner, and his continually building base.

I'd like to see him in it, but it wouldn't make sense.

And yea, I agree with CFH's proposal. Ward deserves the bye.