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Originally Posted by troutman
Explain.
The only reason I can think of is the US TV contract, which has never been worth that much to the NHL. League revenues would rise if the team moved to Winnipeg, the salary cap would go up, and players could be paid more, franchise values could increase. The NHLPA does not need the team to stay in Phoenix.
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Atlanta. Winnipeg is the solution for Atlanta so Phoenix does not have a solution essentially. If folding the Thrashers is an option, the NHLPA needs the team to stay in Phoenix. If the NHL buying the Thrashers in as option, the NHL Board of Governors needs the team to stay in Phoenix.