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Originally Posted by Classic_Sniper
Yes, I'm sure the league can't wait to move this stable, reliable, rabid hockey fanbase that is Calgary to the twice failed Atlanta market. I'm sure prospective owners are lining up down the block for their chance to lose millions every year. Heck, the Thrashers were losing all kinds of money when the salary cap was only $59M, now it's set to rise closer to $90M by the time the 3rd Atlanta franchise drops the puck. I'm also certain that the other owners would be happy to pick up the tab at the end of the season since there's revenue sharing. Absolutely, rich businessmen aren't risk-adverse at all, they love taking giant financial risks. Yes, Atlanta, here we come again! 3rd time is a charm! Think of all the great headlines and optics and delicious drama that's sure to come the league's way, bet they're just rubbing their hands together for that day.
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You're correct but also wrong. The other poster is quite correct to say that the league and people outside AB don't care about Edmonton or Calgary or the BOA. They only care about money. In that regard, Calgary is a market that sells tickets in an outdated arena and the owners are turning a profit, and, making money on the valuation of the team increasing every year. The team won't be moving to Kansas City or Houston if a new arena isn't built in the next 5 years. Anyone who thinks the Flames will move are nuts.
Now I guess, in 10 years time if the Dome is still crumbling and the team isn't making money, maybe then. But I really am exhausted of the narrative that the team is some how in peril.