A self-fulfilling prophecy? In perhaps no surprise to anyone, Tallgrass Energy (TGE) received a full going-private offer from Blackstone (BX), just five months after the private equity giant closed the buy-out of the general partner and an overall 44% economic interest in the partnership. While there were questions on how Blackstone would treat the vehicle going forward, should anyone be truly shocked to see a shrewd private equity player take advantage of a perceived pricing disconnect? Coupled with their current ownership interest, a Blackstone-controlled Board of Directors, and a history of