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Originally Posted by PepsiFree
I think the deal was and remains terrible and don’t support it, but the question or statement didn’t anger me at all. Aren’t I the type of audience it’s supposed to rile up, if that’s the intent?
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Once the province put capital in...the council had to change their votes. It was a "free" $100m for development, so I get it, but still feel similar to you.
...and to all the "they'll move the team" folks. Phoenix/SLC showed us that they won't just give a new market away for free, as new teams are rumored to be worth $2bn. Murray doesn't just get to pick up and go because he under invested here and a new town gives him an arena. He'd likely have to pony up a $1bn for relocation out of his pocket, or sell off a % of the team.
Frankly it's Flames fans best chance of getting an new ownership group...I say tank the arena deal and roll the dice.