It seems the forward split plays to buy are the ones where TRADERS have made the mistake. If the mistake has been made by insiders, MMs or brokers and they are at risk the stock always seems to get screwed. On the other hand, let an investor make a mistake and the stock will turn and go to the moon.
Before you criticize a man, walk a mile in his shoes. That way, if he gets angry, he's a mile away and barefoot.