Does it matter to be honest?.
Yes
You rather keep them losing in the playoffs and dominating the regular season throughout the leagues 20+ wins every season, gaining mass income season after season.
No. I would rather them learn how to win the playoffs. Also, there is more revenue from promoting. Get your facts right.
And who should demote to give extra spots then? Teams who not only earned their spot and also did enough to keep it?
Less than a season ago the OP didn't even know how to manage enthusiasm. He is still learning the game and getting smashed twice a week won't teach him anything he can't learn where he is.