I don’t think that General Flynn has ever wanted a ‘pardon’.
He seems to want exoneration.
It looks like the @$$ of a judge is holding up the conclusion to Flynn’s case and makes it sensible to pardon now. I am sure Trump wanted all the legalities to play out as necessary, but the @$$ has his heels dug in and Trump needs Flynn.
“He seems to want exoneration.”
If his case is dismisse3d he gets the fruits of his life’s labor back, his pension, fees, etc.
A pardon gives him freedom, but does NOT pay him back for what he lost.