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Originally Posted by bluejays
I don't think they can. Bettman has last say on this stuff. It's a good question but I don't think they'd move it there. I think for those two sites they'd want that expansion fee money, rather than a move there.
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I am not familiar with NHL governance policies, but on something this big, Bettman wouldn’t have the last say. I am pretty sure these proposals go the Board of Governors for discussion, approval and general vote. And each team ownership discusses it internally prior to rendering their opinion and vote when the matter is presented. Also, it is common for the Commissioner to approach and check the “mood” with each owner individually before making these recommendations.