CanadianChris Posted November 25, 2003 Report Posted November 25, 2003 The thing is, Molson Stadium's football capacity is smaller than the Bell Centre's hockey capacity, so unless they charge out the ass for tickets, they'd probably take a financial hit on it. They could probably add some temporary seats, but they wouldn't be able to match the attendance that Edmonton got. They should rip the roof off the Big Owe and use that. Then take the wrecking ball to it.
Red Baron Posted November 25, 2003 Report Posted November 25, 2003 Having an outdoor game annually would ruin the mystique that was the outdoor game. Imagine the Summit Series every year??? It wont be the same. They should have out door games once in a blue moon, like every 20-30 years.
The Czech Republic Posted November 25, 2003 Report Posted November 25, 2003 Having an outdoor game annually would ruin the mystique that was the outdoor game. Imagine the Summit Series every year??? It wont be the same. They should have out door games once in a blue moon, like every 20-30 years. No. Annual or bi-annual. A Michigan Stadium game would be huge and they should do it. If anything it's a way for the Americans to win the pissing contest and have a bigger stadium game than the Canadians did.
Lightning Flik Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 If anything it's a way for the Americans to win the pissing contest and have a bigger stadium game than the Canadians did. And that's what it is all about. Americans pissing off Canadians in the end, isn't it? God, I hate stupidity like what you just said. (Edit: no care really) This should be a one time only thing. I doubt there's any place in the US of A that can get lucky to hold an outdoor game. Let alone a place that can do it annually.
Guest Choken One Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 Michigan, NYC, Minnesota could.
LaParkaMarka Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 Why not have it switch every year? One year it's in Toronto, the next in New York, the next in Montreal, etc. Some US cities could definately support an outdoor game.
The Czech Republic Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 If anything it's a way for the Americans to win the pissing contest and have a bigger stadium game than the Canadians did. And that's what it is all about. Americans pissing off Canadians in the end, isn't it? God, I hate stupidity like what you just said. (Edit: no care really) Sarcasm! I'm like one of the biggest "Keep the NHL in Canada" advocates around, going around proposing they support nine teams. If I was serious I would've substituted "Americans" for "us." But I didn't. So there. I'd say give the Original Six teams with suitable facilities an outdoor game over the next few years. I just think we Americans who are big hockey fans, trying to be at the level of our Canadian breathren deserve an outdoor game of our own, and Ann Arbor is the best place to hold it.
the max Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 As long as if they do another outdoor game that it involves two Original 6 teams... 'cause so help me, if I get Sharks v. Red Wings in Ann Arbor, I'm killing Bettman myself.
The Czech Republic Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 As long as if they do another outdoor game that it involves two Original 6 teams... 'cause so help me, if I get Sharks v. Red Wings in Ann Arbor, I'm killing Bettman myself. I've been proposing Red Wings-Maple Leafs because of rivalry, proximity, and star power.
CanadianChris Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 There's been talk of doing an outdoor game here in Ottawa next year to coincide with the Grey Cup. Of course, if the weather was anything like it is right now, they'd have trouble keeping the ice frozen.
Red Baron Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 play on the Rideau Canal. Though I still stand on that they should not play another game outdoors for a while.
CanadianChris Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 Actually, the Sens had an outdoor "practice" on the Canal last year. It was pretty awesome. And the Canal's not even close to being frozen yet. Usually doesn't open until January or so.
nl5xsk1 Posted November 26, 2003 Author Report Posted November 26, 2003 Speaking as a basketball hater, how long until the NBA plays an outdoor game and gets 1000% more attention and publicity for it?
Lightning Flik Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 If anything it's a way for the Americans to win the pissing contest and have a bigger stadium game than the Canadians did. And that's what it is all about. Americans pissing off Canadians in the end, isn't it? God, I hate stupidity like what you just said. (Edit: no care really) Sarcasm! I'm like one of the biggest "Keep the NHL in Canada" advocates around, going around proposing they support nine teams. If I was serious I would've substituted "Americans" for "us." But I didn't. So there. I'd say give the Original Six teams with suitable facilities an outdoor game over the next few years. I just think we Americans who are big hockey fans, trying to be at the level of our Canadian breathren deserve an outdoor game of our own, and Ann Arbor is the best place to hold it. And obviously you couldn't read how I added (Edit: no care really). Geez, silly TCR. I knew you meant sarcasm, but I felt like pulling at ya a little. Lighten up okay? Anyways, that said, I think Americans SHOULD get a game. But American only teams, no silly Canadian teams. Make it a special US thing. Like NYR vs. Detroit. Or NYR vs. Boston. Or even NYR vs. NYI. But my only response, is that NYR is one of the two teams playing.
CanadianChris Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 I knew you meant sarcasm, but I felt like pulling at ya a little. Men should never pull at other men.
nl5xsk1 Posted November 26, 2003 Author Report Posted November 26, 2003 US teams that could/would support an outdoor game: Detroit Minnesota Denver (Avs) Boston Philly Most other cities are either too warm, or just don't support their teams enough to justify doing it. It'd be fucking embarressing to see an outdoor game with a ton of empty seats (NYR-NYI, I'm looking at you).
DerangedHermit Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 It'd be fucking embarressing to see an outdoor game with a ton of empty seats (NYR-NYI, I'm looking at you). You have to be kidding me. I'd think it would draw anywhere (except the South) and especially in Central Park.
nl5xsk1 Posted November 26, 2003 Author Report Posted November 26, 2003 The two that I can think of as possibilities that I forgot on my list are St Louis (likely, and original 12 team with decent fan support) or Columbus (cold enough, and as an expansion team might have enough support.) But otherwise, I'm sticking by my statement. Chicago can't even sell out the United Center, why would they want to play at a bigger place? None of the NY teams sell out - only the proposed NYR-NYI game in Central Park would even come close to drawing. (Can you imagine the debacle of putting either the Sabres or Devils into the equation?) Pittsburgh? Unlikely. Carolina? Too warm, too little support. Washington? Too little support. Too warm for: the California teams, the Florida teams, Dallas, Nashville, Atlanta, Phoenix. I'm guessing I'm missing some team, but off the top of my head, I can't think of another US team that would or should try something like this.
King Kamala Posted November 26, 2003 Report Posted November 26, 2003 Speaking as a basketball hater, how long until the NBA plays an outdoor game and gets 1000% more attention and publicity for it? I was actually speaking to a friend about that 2 or 3 years ago and I was saying a Lakers-Clippers game at the LA Coliseum would be a great idea. Man sometimes I'm an idiot. Shaq throwing it down on Chris Kaman in front of tens of thousands of seats= BIG MONEY!
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