I've yet to see anyone explain how this makes logistical sense, as you put it.
If this game was pay to access, then yes, I could see this making sense. But since Patrons only get the game an hour early (give or take), what is the incentive to stay subbed? They don't have to be subbed to get the game when he releases it.
Everyone could stop supporting this instant, and we'd still get the update, unless he held on to it out of spite. The minor drop we've seen in supporters is due to normal, first of the month, Patreon stuff. If you look at the history of any Patreon project, you will see a first of the month dip that quickly recovers.
Edit: This is an actual question I want an answer to, btw. Not being condescending in any way.