Elmo Says Hello to HBO

So will Elmo be introducing the episodes of Ballers on HBO?  One wonders with the new agreement between Sesame Workshop, the makers of Sesame Street, and HBO.  While the move from non-profit to pay wall may seem odd, at least PBS will still benefit because it will get free episodes of Sesame Street nine months after they air on HBO.  And though the delay may not be a perfect situation, we are not talking about a topical show here.  I don't think we need the Cookie Monster's take on the presidential debates or anything like that.  

And I would rather have this arrangement than watch Sesame Street disappear because of funding issues.  In addition, maybe this will open up new opportunities for both companies, such as cross-over episodes involving Big Bird defending Arya on Game of Thrones.  Or maybe not.