Matt;
Never having seen the original green complex at TOC (The Ocean Course...have to watch my acronyms
), I have a tough time comparing it except to say that philosophically, the somewhat blind look is something that I'm sure I would have loved.
I also mentioned a personal sadness that no one would ever again get to attempt the "Langer putt", the five-footer of possibly the most enormous pressure in the history of the game.
All of that being said, I think they did a nice job with the green location, particularly since it's now more important than ever to attempt to challenge the deep right hand bunkering and gunk in an effort to gain an advantageous positioning for the approach shot. The diagonal shaping of that green, as well as the deep pot to the front left, make it worth the risk so I can't say I'm displeased at the way the hole plays at all. The oceanside backdrop also is visually pleasing, and I understand Dye wanted the green there originally so in my mind it's probably a wash.