BKIslandersFan
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So...why can't NHL do the same?The NBA can just have the Raptors operate out of the Buffalo area for a year if push comes to shove.
So...why can't NHL do the same?The NBA can just have the Raptors operate out of the Buffalo area for a year if push comes to shove.
So...why can't NHL do the same?
Because there's 7 Canadian teams not 1So...why can't NHL do the same?
So what?
So...why can't NHL do the same?
How did Blue Jays find a place to play in US?What do you mean so what? Do you understand the logistics involved in having one team find a new place to play?
Better yet, lay it out for us. How do you have the seven Canadian based teams find a place in the US? And please give something a little more than just waving your finger and it happens.
How did Blue Jays find a place to play in US?
Same deal.
Unlike MLB, NHL has plenty of options when it comes to venues.Same deal x 7 in this case. Buffalo was a last minute arrangement that the players had to settle for, after all other options fell apart in the 11th hour by not getting government approvals in Canada, plus getting denied in a couple of states too.
No way the NHL will let this happen. Where are 7 locations in the US that can....?
a) accommodate an NHL rink
b) not be used by the NBA counterpart
c) have proper NHL facilities (good luck getting playing in a minor league rink by the PA)
d) political will to want to host these teams.
How did Blue Jays find a place to play in US?
Same deal.
Unlike MLB, NHL has plenty of options when it comes to venues.
There are plenty of arenas not shared by NBA and NHL. ANd even if they were, I don't think that matters. There are no concerts going on. No live events. The building is gonna be empty.
Unlike Canada, I doubt most cities say no.Which ones have NHL facilities on site including dressing rooms, training facilities and NHL caliber practice rinks nearby? Maybe Houston, supposed Fertitta doesn't want a part time team there.
Kansas City, are there practice facilities nearby? Supposed City and state health officials say no? The Jays we're denied in a few places. Need more than available space to make it workable.
Unlike Canada, I doubt most cities say no.
Trying to fill contractual obligations isn't greed. Neither endeavor was profitable but the losses would've been greater if they hadn't.If the NBA players don't want to start on December 22 the season just might be in jeopardy. The NHL's season could be in jeopardy too.
Take notes people. This is what happens when you play during non-traditional time frames. Because the NBA and NHL were so greedy that they needed to complete 19-20 in some fashion, neither league may play a 20-21 season.
Trying to fill contractual obligations isn't greed. Neither endeavor was profitable but the losses would've been greater if they hadn't.