I kinda guessed the ending since the "Cuddles met Steve" flashback episode. That skeleton looked way too familiar.
+ When the Roster said they couldn't change anything back in the past, I knew they'd catch the fallout

But to be honest I can't see any other fitting ending.
I really enjoyed seeing young Hickey(it so reminded me of the rapist priest you guys talked about; nice that The Escapist let you make a hint at this).
This show was awesome, this departure it's really emotional. Cuddles & the gang will be missed.