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Are the Moose currently profitable or are they just breaking even/losing money? I read attendance is down almost 1000 this season, on average compared to last, and that they are 22nd in attendance overall in the AHL.
It doesn’t matter what they are financially. It’s simply the cost of doing business in the NHL. TNSE has complete control over player development, don’t see that changing. I’m sure the compounded ticket increases for the Jets will more than off set any Moose losses.
I think an OHL team would have been more intriguing. Imagine having the luxury of having the WHL a couple hours away and the OHL in town avaialble to the scouts and Jets brass! Not to mention the treat to us fans who would have all these prospects to talk about. Having an interleague game between Brandon and Ice would be unbelievable and unique!
Travel costs would ultimately prohibit this though, too bad..
Travel costs would ultimately prohibit this though, too bad..
cbcwpg
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Yup, we are paying for the Moose even though we don't get to go to any games.
Bit O.T., but it would cost the Jets nothing to throw in 10 Moose games a season for each season ticket. Hell, because the Moose charge the same for concessions as the Jets, they would quickly cover the price of the tickets after a beer or two.
They also have played 3 more games than the last place team.
But, regardless, you make good points.
Jaffray15
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This... Plus they make money on Merchandise and Drink/Food sales an extra 40+ games from October till April. Lastly, they aren't paying for flights back and forth to another city when players are Recalled/Assigned... It's a Win/Win for True North.
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WHL formally announces Kootenay Ice move to Winnipeg - Cranbrook Daily Townsman
It won't be a free move.
Fettes says there are is still things that need to be worked out with the move, including with the City of Cranbrook and the lease they have. “Our intention is to live up to the promise [and] to be fair as we exit, but those conversations are yet to be had,” he said.
Hollick's Between The Lines: ICE & City Sign New Lease
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A new lease was signed between the City of Cranbrook and Kootenay ICE Hockey Club on Jan 21/2009 for a duration of 15 years. So this team still has to pay off 5 years of the lease or whatever they agree to. Article says the lease had no exit clause.
Never thought I'd see the day Winnipeg has 3 relocated franchises.
It won't be a free move.
Fettes says there are is still things that need to be worked out with the move, including with the City of Cranbrook and the lease they have. “Our intention is to live up to the promise [and] to be fair as we exit, but those conversations are yet to be had,” he said.
Hollick's Between The Lines: ICE & City Sign New Lease
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A new lease was signed between the City of Cranbrook and Kootenay ICE Hockey Club on Jan 21/2009 for a duration of 15 years. So this team still has to pay off 5 years of the lease or whatever they agree to. Article says the lease had no exit clause.
Never thought I'd see the day Winnipeg has 3 relocated franchises.
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DowntownBooster
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Nice to have another team in Winnipeg. It's great to have so many sports options available!
Jetsfan79
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You me and Dancing Gabe agreesNice to have another team in Winnipeg. It's great to have so many sports options available!
I doubt anyone is more thrilled than the Lambos family. If he gets drafted by the Jets, he'll never have to leave home!
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