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Originally Posted by Manhattanboy
So I spoke with a few of my contacts at the Stampede this morning and their take is that this has many layers, all to do with uncertainty and the viability of the business model going forward. The new restrictions imposed, 50% capacity, no food/beverage revenues, etc. are a very big deal. The team is not discounting the possibility that restrictions could be in place for a long time. And that season ticket holders may not renew post-pandemic.
The Stampede folks are quite shaken and when I flippantly said well the Flames would never leave the City, their reaction was don't be so sure.
Sad times.
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Didn’t the Flames become a “have not” team a couple of years ago where they received funds from the league? Not as profitable as people think…
The Stampede’s plan also require more dates where people are drawn into the area. Concerts keep bypassing Calgary and if CSEC moves….