sentences:  Prior to joining "GH", Valentini and Carlivati helped wrap up "OLTL" after its cancellation and subsequent transition to Prospect Park's online venture failed to happen.In the wake of the other cancelled series on ABC, and the low ratings of "General Hospital" itself, there was speculation that the new regime was an attempt by the network to save "General Hospital" from the same fate, some comparing it to the hiring of Gloria Monty in 1978.The change in staff occurred amidst key story arcs.