The Moda Center in Portland is nearing 30 years old. It was previously the part time home of the Winter Hawks and has an impressive capacity of 18,280 for hockey.
For many years, Portland was often mentioned as a destination for the Flames if they ever left Calgary. Former Trailblazers owner, Paul Allen was rumoured to not be a hockey fan and had no interest in putting a team into his arena. Since his death, Allen's sister Jody now runs his organization.