Calgary flames won’t pay their hourly staff during Covid-19

[TheScorpion]

Guys who I'm cheering extra loud for so far:

- Looooooooooch!
- Giooooooooooo!
- Zaaaaaaaaaaac!
- Bennyyyyyyyyy!
- Brooooooooodie!

I love this. It shouldn't have to happen but I'm so glad to be able to cheer for these guys.

[Bunk]

It’s obvious the players are all talking to one another about this. If all donate $5000 it’ll get over $100k!

[Bunk]

It’s obvious the players are all talking to one another about this. If all donate $5000 it’ll get over $100k!

[Scornfire]

The most annoying part is the Owners will basically get off scott free as the players step up in their absence, hard to support the boys and not support the stupid franchise. Sick of this ####ing organization, when that new arena goes up I'd vote we just show up en masse and claim it for ourselves. Paid for half the bloody thing anyway

[Dion]

https://twitter.com/user/status/1239049469611503616

[Bunk]

Originally Posted by Scornfire

The most annoying part is the Owners will basically get off scott free as the players step up in their absence, hard to support the boys and not support the stupid franchise. Sick of this ####ing organization, when that new arena goes up I'd vote we just show up en masse and claim it for ourselves. Paid for half the bloody thing anyway

The fact that this is even there, and their own players are stepping in (similar to the Zion situation) should embarrass the owners. That’s the public effect on sentiment toward them, anyway. Surely reputation is important too, not just money.

[PaperBagger'14]

I'd personally be OK with seeing a Lucic vs Notley vs Kenney deathmatch. 2 of the opponents would be too busy bitching about each other while the 3rd cleaned house

[dissentowner]

Originally Posted by Scornfire

The most annoying part is the Owners will basically get off scott free as the players step up in their absence, hard to support the boys and not support the stupid franchise. Sick of this ####ing organization, when that new arena goes up I'd vote we just show up en masse and claim it for ourselves. Paid for half the bloody thing anyway

I would bet good money the organization will eventually say something to the effect they will match the GoFundMe donation total.

[Reggie Dunlop]

The players are all still in town, sitting around with little to do I guess.

[TheScorpion]

Originally Posted by Reggie Dunlop

The players are all still in town, sitting around with little to do I guess.

And they're still getting paid.

[GoFlamesGo]

WOW!

Thanks to your support, this thing is really taking off. Lots of Flames players have made very generous donations.

This is why I LOVE this team and players!

The fans and players have spoken and are doing their part. Time for CSEC to do what lots of other teams and players have done and compensate their part time employees.

[iggy_oi]

Originally Posted by standinmotion

When the games resume, let's put up signs

[iggy_oi]

It’s nice to read so many posters supporting the employees and voicing their opinions directly to CSEC. What an embarrassment for the Flames ownership to not step up and do the right thing here.

[TheSutterDynasty]

Don't get me wrong - the players shouldn't have to be doing this and it's admirable that they are.

But $5k is approximately $50-$70 for us regular wagers. Not exactly putting themselves out there.

[dammage79]

Originally Posted by TheSutterDynasty

Don't get me wrong - the players shouldn't have to be doing this and it's admirable that they are.

But $5k is approximately $50-$70 for us regular wagers. Not exactly putting themselves out there.

Its still more than anyone else can give. Honestly I dont care if the players do or not but to downplay their efforts is pretty petty on your part.

[ForeverFlameFan]

Originally Posted by TheSutterDynasty

Don't get me wrong - the players shouldn't have to be doing this and it's admirable that they are.

But $5k is approximately $50-$70 for us regular wagers. Not exactly putting themselves out there.

It's better than nothing.

[TheScorpion]

The players shouldn't be obligated to do anything. This isn't their job.

I have the utmost respect for them chipping in. Especially guys like Brodie, a pending UFA, and Rinaldo, another pending UFA who makes the league minimum. With the uncertainty surrounding this season and their contracts, there's a non-zero chance neither of them will ever play for the Flames again.

[Southside]

Originally Posted by dammage79

Its still more than anyone else can give. Honestly I dont care if the players do or not but to downplay their efforts is pretty petty on your part.

Agreed. We have all been waiting for the organization to show some compassion for their own. Now some within are, let's not tell them it isnt enough.

[AustinL_NHL]

Originally Posted by TheSutterDynasty

Don't get me wrong - the players shouldn't have to be doing this and it's admirable that they are.

But $5k is approximately $50-$70 for us regular wagers. Not exactly putting themselves out there.

It's also not their job to take care of their ownerships employees.

They shouldn't have to be donating anything (nor should anyone) but because of the pathetic ownership, it's come to this so their contributions are putting themselves out there in the sense they're sending a message to higher ups.

[ComixZone]

I think it’s also more about the players taking the lead and showing the organization what they should be doing.

CSEC is embarrassing themselves, and damaging relationships with the community they talk about so much about