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Originally Posted by New Era
The NHL should get Jacobs to belly up half that amount, and then build these kids an arena, picking up the remainder of the costs. The goodwill this would buy within the Boston market (no, not the delicious fast food joint) and the positive press this would buy the league would be incredible. The league could even try to get their visiting member clubs to go in and practice in the facility as part of their game development and community outreach programs. This could play out so well, if the NHL and the Bruins had any vision.
What do you think? Worth the investment?
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That depends, are the kids uppity?
More seriously though, this is one of those situations where I think the Bruins would be fools to fight it. It's not like the kids want the arena for themselves, or that Jacobs can't afford it. It's also a good opportunity to make a big gesture once without having to explain why you won't give the same to the next guy. Unique situation.