Endless Possibilities. Zero Consensus.
With the news coming down that only two cities actually ponied up the $10M to apply for expansion, we have to look at the very real possibility that the perceived “Westward Expansion” ain’t happening. That said, I threw together a quick map that I shared on twitter (feel free to follow me @NHLMaps), but neglected to post …
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Source: Quebecor says it will apply for NHL expansion franchise to bring back Nordiques – NHL.com – News
The NHL is opening a formal review process to consider adding new franchises to its 30-team league, Commissioner Gary Bettman announced Wednesday. Source: Las Vegas, Seattle Among Candidates For NHL Expansion « CBS New York
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The second most famous newspaper in New York is commenting on expansion. It’s getting hot in here. NHL picks owners for likely Vegas team | New York Post.
The Florida Panthers have always been the easy whipping-boy for the “hockey doesn’t belong in non-traditional markets” crowd. They are also always the first picked on by the “NHL realignment is easy, just do this….” crowd. The reality is, they have one of the cushiest arena leases out there (and for 14 more years). So …
The Florida Panthers have always been the easy whipping-boy for the “hockey doesn’t belong in non-traditional markets” crowd. They are also always the first picked on by the “NHL realignment is easy, just do this….” crowd. The reality is, they have one of the cushiest arena leases out there (and for 14 more years). So …
From USA Today: NHL expansion would help the Coyotes cause.
From PuckDaddy. I like the article (minus the attributing some pre-Bettman expansion to Gary). What if NHL expansion is actually a really good idea? (Trending Topics) | Puck Daddy – Yahoo Sports.