The NCAA hockey championship is returning to St. Paul in 2018, as the Xcel Energy Center and the University of Minnesota will host the 2018 Frozen Four. (more…)
Archive | 2013
Historic Delmar Fieldhouse coming down
Houston’s Delmar Fieldhouse, a classic saddle-roof arena once hosting University of Houston Cougars basketball in the Elvin Hayes era, is being demolished to make way for a new facility. (more…)
Elmira Jackals add New Jersey Devils as second NHL affiliate
The Elmira Jackals (ECHL) have added a second NHL affiliate in the New Jersey Devils, joining the Ottawa Senators as Jackals affiliates for the 2013-14 season. (more…)
Details on new Sacramento arena: smaller, funkier
A dramatic outdoor plaza seating area and prime SRO areas will offset a smaller seating bowl, as new information about a new Sacramento arena for the Sacramento Kings (NBA) was released. (more…)
Fundraising for new St. Catharines arena exceeds expectations
Fundraising for a new St. Catharines arena exceeded goals when a $5.25-million naming-rights deal was consummated — resulting in a Meridian Centre moniker — so a new, higher goal was established. (more…)
IceHogs welcome BMO Harris Bank Center renovations
BMO Harris Bank Center renovations carried out this offseason should entertain fans of the Rockford IceHogs (AHL) used to a more Spartan atmosphere. (more…)
First Look: Madison Square Garden Chase Bridges
The new Madison Square Garden Chase Bridges, providing a unique vantage point for New York Rangers and New York Knicks games, are ready for an Oct. 25 debut. (more…)
New Seattle arena causing blue-collar concerns
A proposal by developer Chris Hansen to build a new Seattle arena near the city’s other sporting venues is causing concerns among unions and port officials about its potential impact on the city’s shipping industry. (more…)
Task force to address new Milwaukee arena planning
A task force charged with planning a new Milwaukee arena or an expansion of the current one is being formed by area business leaders. (more…)
New DePaul University arena to anchor hotel, retail development
After settling on the design of a proposed new DePaul University arena at McCormick Place, a developer is working on additional investments that could yield housing, hotel and retail spaces. (more…)
New Golden State Warriors arena plan advances
A proposed new Golden State Warriors arena is back on track after Gov. Jerry Brown signed enabling legislation to give team owners a clear path toward obtaining Piers 30 and 32 on the waterfront. (more…)
KFC Yum! Center debt restructured thanks to U of Louisville concessions
The University of Louisville will forgo some KFC Yum! Center sponsorship revenue over the next three years, giving the Louisville Arena Authority more cash to pay down larger-than-expected debt. (more…)
