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Originally Posted by troutman
Rumors from Quebec City:
A number of renovations have been undertaken for the new arena, which is unusual for a brand new building.
People have tracked a number of unusual flights between Quebec and Raleigh.
Perhaps Quebec is not an expansion city, but a relocation target.  |
Wouldn't surprise me. Quebec is a prime candidate for shotgun relocation. Built-in fan base, ready building, ownership would likely rather pay the relocation fee than the ridiculous expansion fee.
It wouldn't surprise me if the NHL told them during their expansion bid to just be patient because there are at least 2 or 3 candidates for relocation in the next few years.
I think Seattle will eventually be the same, while a Toronto 2 team is likely looked at as a big $$ expansion deal later on.