First of all, this isn't FOD's problem. The rules in real curling would need to change for Flyordie to adapt as well (or else this isn't real curling).
I very much agree with Craig's response...10 end games are far better with the current format.
And you need to admit, when allowing a point with hammer (giving up a steal) is kind of like being rewarded for playing poorly. It really does diminish the authenticity of the game.
I also believe the current system is in favour of hitting opponents stones because allowing a steal isn't a huge upset as you will remain with hammer and try for the big 8-ender again.
I never thought about alternating hammers every end before, but I personally am a giant fan of the idea because in the matches I lose, usually I have scored in MORE ends than my opponent thanks to steals, but they happen to get a lucky end of 3 or more points with the hammer they keep on getting.
Finally, with the system of switching hammers, hammer advantage wouldn't be so big, would it?