The Norfolk Admirals have a new parent club, as the team has announced an affiliation with the Nashville Predators. The agreement, which will begin with the 2017-18 ECHL season, marks the end of the Admirals’ run as an affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers. (more…)
It won’t be cheap for the Golden State Warriors (NBA) to leave Oracle Arena, as rent for the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 seasons will go up 67%, or $1 million per year, under the terms of a two-year lease. (more…)
Originally the Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL) launched the Toronto Marlies (AHL) to save money, but soon discovered that by investing in a top farm team, there was an ROI both financially and in player development results. (more…)
While the Calgary Flames are continuing to engage in discussions about a new arena, others in the city are weighing Calgary’s case for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Backers of the Olympics recently stated that two arenas could be needed for the bid, a proposition that should not hurt the Flames’ effort. (more…)
The DeVos family returns to the hockey world, as the Orlando Solar Bears (ECHL) are now under their control in a deal that includes another DeVos asset, the Orlando Magic (NBA). (more…)
The University of New Mexico has announced a new name for its arena, which is now known as Dreamstyle Arena. UNM and Dreamstyle Remodeling revealed their agreement on Wednesday. (more…)
What’s old — or perhaps what once was put on ice – is new again in Birmingham. (more…)
Brown County, WI officials are expected to discuss the possible implementation of a temporary sales tax that would help fund a new expo center. If constructed, the expo center would take the place of a demolished Brown County Veterans Memorial Arena. (more…)
Northwestern basketball is on the path to a new era, as the university’s overhaul of Welsh-Ryan Arena is underway. (more…)
The two firms bidding to complete an extensive overhaul to KeyArena have presented details on their traffic plans, a major factor in both proposals. (more…)
State Funds to renovate Webster Bank Arena, home of the Bridgeport Sound Tigers (AHL), are including in a package pitched by Bridgeport mayor Joe Ganim. However, some state officials are expressing their concern over the timing of the proposal. (more…)
Last week, the Atlanta Hawks filed plans that included details on the forthcoming renovation to Philips Arena. (more…)
