There will soon be a new chapter in the story of a historic NHL franchise, as the Detroit Red Wings are about to take the ice at Little Caesars Arena. (more…)
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Vegas Adds to Unique NHL Expansion History
A month from now, the Vegas Golden Knights will make history as the first major league franchise in the Big Four leagues to make its home in Sin City, at T-Mobile Arena. And while the Knights are Golden, so too is an anniversary for the league that celebrates this modern era: The legendary 1967 NHL expansion. […]
The NBA and NHL Arenas That Became Finals Central
For the second year in a row, the NBA and Stanley Cup finals play out in entirely different worlds. (more…)
Oldest NHL Arenas in Use
When the NHL expanded in 1967, the six new teams featured home arenas of varying ages. Since that halcyon event, only one arena is still in NHL use from that era. We look at the oldest NHL arenas still in use. (more…)
The Teams That Shaped Las Vegas Hockey
When the Vegas Golden Knights take to the ice for their inaugural NHL season later this year, it will be unlike any hockey experience Las Vegas has ever seen. And in some ways, that will be a shame. (more…)
NHL Homes Away from Home
When the Hartford Civic Center roof went south in 1978, the New England Whalers went north. (more…)
20 Years Later, Hartford Whalers Resonate
They still mourn in Hartford. (more…)
Joe Louis Arena’s Final Act
If you’re going to name your arena after Little Caesars pizza, then you really have to love topping out. No, we’re not talking about pepperoni and sausage. (more…)
Winnipeg’s Queen Portrait for Sale
You could own a piece of Winnipeg sports lure, as the Queen portrait from Winnipeg Arena is available via online auction. (more…)
Wilson jumps from Palace Sports to Red Wings; new arena in works?
Five days after resigning as president and CEO of the Detroit Pistons and Palace Sports & Entertainment, Tom Wilson joins up with the Detroit Red Wings and the Ilitch family. The immediate question: how long will it take him to map out an arena plan for the franchise? Five days after resigning as president and […]
Oilers, Northlands spar over arena planning
The Edmonton Oilers and Northlands, the owner and operator of Rexall Place, are split over potential plans for a new arena. The Edmonton Oilers (NHL) and Northlands, the owner and operator of Rexall Place, are split over potential plans for a new arena. The Oilers continue in their belief a new arena should be located […]
Katz brings AEG into Edmonton arena planning
Edmonton Oilers owner Daryl Katz brings in the arena giant to map out a game plan for a future arena.The Katz Group of companies has engaged AEG Development and AEG Facilities to advise on all aspects of the development of a new entertainment and sports district in downtown Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. AEG Development and AEG […]
