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Originally Posted by Senator Clay Davis
Literally this is how 99% of the outside world currently recognizes Calgary, and a new arena or having an NHL team doesn't change that. That you personally value a city on it's sports teams, arenas, or lack thereof, is on you. Calgary could have the greatest arena in human history and 99% of the outside world will still view Calgary as the city with the Stampede and the stop before Banff.
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Slightly disagree. In my opinion, the Flames do put Calgary on the map. I have a friend in Austria who mainly knows Calgary because of the Flames.
I agree with you that without the Flames, Calgary will still thrive, but it would be a blow to Calgary's international standing. Would you know Jacksonville if not for the Jaguars?