Here's a real life example. Carter Starocci is moving up in weight. To what weight? Took 6-7 months before it finally leaked out that he was going 184 instead of 197. Why not come out right away and say he is going 184? Because once you know his weight, everyone knows which wrestlers will likely be on the bench instead of vying for a starter role. If that info leaks out in March/April, you have to be concerned with a transfer of a talented guy. In October, not so much. These things seem minor and silly, but why give anyone an opportunity to wedge a guy smarting from losing a starter spot.
In a lot of cases, you're likely correct in that, "what's the harm". There are situations where silence is the better option.
