They have well monied interests in Seattle that are part of their Arena Consortium in Bruckheimer and Bonderman (Celtics minority owner). Seattle Arena deal wasn't really formed enough to be involved in the expansion process. Quebec is a prime relocation market as the market just isn't worth the 500 million the NHL is asking so they will get a last minute Winnipeg deal if Florida, the Islanders, or Carolina need a midnight move.
I agree with you that Arenas with NBA teams in them already are more attractive cites and if the NHL is threatening to move for Houston or Oklahoma City or Quebec City I think their is a valid discussion on where could you make more money and where your expenses would be the least. So a discussion around thise cities is at least interesting but Seattle won't happen.
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