After 12 years as commissioner of the AFL, David Baker retired unexpectedly on <answer>July 25, 2008</answer>, just two days before ArenaBowl XXII; deputy commissioner Ed Policy was named interim commissioner until Baker's replacement was found. Baker explained, "When I took over as commissioner, I thought it would be for one year. It turned into 12. But now it's time."
On what date did Baker step down as commissioner of the AFL?
July 25, 2008