I gave some serious consideration to turning off my TV a minute or so before the episode was over (when everything was wrapped up in an unhappy little ball). That way I could have saved myself from the suspense of the cliffhanger I knew was about to be created.

Well since it went to black *before* the shot I can hope (pretend) that it was a warning shot into the wall *next* to his head. Or! But I seriously doubt Hotch has the kind of reflexes necessary to get to and fire the backup in his ankle holster...

I am going to spend the next few months coming up with increasingly elaborate scenarios that involve Hotch being okay.

Also, what's with messing up Hotch on season finales? This is two in a row. It seems a pattern is emerging.