NHL Expands to Vegas Beyond Canada Sparks Hockey Debate
The Toronto Star editorial argues NHL expansion to Las Vegas challenges Canadian passion for the sport. It notes a $500 million fee, a new arena, and a growing American balance versus 14 or 15 West teams, while Quebec City suitor awaits. It laments declining Canadian ratings and playoff teams, urging revived rivalries and stronger Canadian presence.
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Greed Behind the Move to Vegas in NHL Expansion
The author blasts Gary Bettman and NHL executives for pushing Las Vegas expansion, condemning lockouts, Southern market teams, and neglect of traditional hockey hubs. He urges boycotts to pressure a removal of Bettman and his cronies, declaring Viva Las Vegas. John Dueck Medicine Hat.
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Path to power in Alberta grows trickier for Jason Kenney
Paul Wells notes the Calgary Midnapore MP faces a tough choice between staying in federal politics or returning to Alberta to lead the Progressive Conservatives and fuse the conservatives there. He weighs risks from past merger attempts, shifts in Alberta politics, and Notley's still-unsettled premiership.
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