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Originally Posted by Delgar
There is a clip from the Bettman speach online at the Herald, the supporting article didn't contain these words but the video does. Yes, this is what Bettman said:
"It is not an overstatement to say the future stability, viability and continuity of the Calgary Flames, and perhaps the City of Calgary, rests on the achievement of CalgaryNEXT."
"Calgary is a great city. Its NHL team has a great history, great ownership, great players. It would be a shame if Calgary were to fall further behind."
"I encourage you in fact, I beg you, to support this effort. Please make the most of this opportunity and let those in power know how you feel."
Wow.
He then in an interview clip implies that Calgary needs this to attract high quality players, among other things.
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They probably shouldn't have turned in their first draft for marks then.
If actually believes this then he should be pissed at the ownership for a joke of a presentation.