The planned Entertainment Block adjacent to the Milwaukee Bucks‘ new arena has gained a major tenant, as Punch Bowl Social will open a location in the development. Punch Bowl Social Milwaukee will open in spring 2019. (more…)
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New Capital One Arena Entertainment Initiatives Unveiled
To coincide with the completion of renovations, Capital One Arena will implement new entertainment initiatives for the Washington Wizards (NBA) and Washington Capitals (NHL) 2018-19 seasons. The initiatives have been announced by Monumental Sports & Entertainment. (more…)
SMG Chesapeake Energy Arena Deal Extended; Chris Semrau New GM
The Oklahoma City Council has unanimously approved a five-year management agreement with SMG to continue operating Chesapeake Energy Arena, home of the Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA), with Chris Semrau named GM of the facility. (more…)
New for 2018: Coca-Cola Coliseum
The home of the Toronto Marlies (AHL) is being renamed, as Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) and Coca-Cola have agreed to a naming-rights deal for Coca-Cola Coliseum. Known until this agreement as Ricoh Coliseum, the arena’s name is changing as the result of a 10-year partnership between Coca-Cola and MLSE. (more…)
Rapid City Rush, Minnesota Wild Ending Affiliation
The affiliation between the Rapid City Rush (ECHL) and Minnesota Wild has concluded, as the two clubs will not renew their agreement for the 2018-19 season. The decision to end the affiliation, which began with the 2017-18 season, was a mutual one, according to an announcement from the Rush. (more…)
Sacramento Kings to Mine Cryptocurrency at Golden 1 Center
Well, this is an unusual use for an NBA arena: the NBA’s Sacramento Kings are planning on mining cryptocurrency via the advanced data center and tech infrastructure at Golden 1 Center, with proceeds going to charity. (more…)
Utah Grizzlies Announce Affiliation With Colorado Avalance
The Utah Grizzlies (ECHL) have secured a new NHL affiliation, as they have announced an agreement with the Colorado Avalanche. The affiliation takes effect on July 1, 2018. (more…)
Chase Center Launches Call for Artists
With internationally known artists already on board, the Chase Center–future home of the Golden State Warriors–has announced a Call for Artists to help build out its art program. (more…)
2017-18 ECHL Executive of the Year Award Given to Co-Recipients
The 2017-18 ECHL Executive of the Year Award is going to co-winners, as Toledo Walleye General Manager Neil Neukam and Jacksonville Icemen President Bob Ohrablo have been named co-recipients. (more…)
Norfolk Admirals Announce Affiliation With Arizona Coyotes
The Norfolk Admirals (ECHL) have secured a new NHL affiliation, announcing a one-year agreement with the Arizona Coyotes that covers the 2018-19 season. (more…)
