Sorry for the thread bump, but I'm a little interested to go further afield in topics as the on ice play (aside from watching the up-and-comers) isn't as compelling as it once was, or will be... I found a very interesting article about how Stadiums don't bring economic benefit to cities. I have always thought this, and I was glad to hear Mayor Nenshi say that no public money would be going into one for the Flames - it's just bad policy. I'd love to see one built, but with private money. Anyhow, the article:
http://blog.ounodesign.com/2013/02/0...ies-debt-scam/