[2023] Jeff Kaplan, the Ben Brode of Overwatch, leaves Blizzard

Kaplan is the best to ever do it. Was the single biggest reason I was inspired to get into the games industry. He then became my inspiration for wanting to become a designer. A great listener, leader, mentor, and friend. There is some sadness in losing a great person to work with, but happiness and excitement for whatever comes next. I speak for all of Hearthstone in wishing Jeff the absolutely best in his post-Blizzard life.

You rule, Jeff.