Smoes
12-21-2006, 05:01 PM
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/rss/s_485225.html
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/cityregion/s_485047.html
Statement from Gary Bettman
“The decision by the Gaming Commission was terrible news for the Penguins, their fans and the NHL. The future of this franchise in Pittsburgh is uncertain and the Penguins now will have to explore all other options, including possible relocation. The NHL will support the Penguins in their endeavors.”
Statement from Ken Sawyer
We congratulate Don Barden and PITG Gaming on their successful bid. Obviously, we are very disappointed that the Isle of Capri was not awarded the slots license. We want to thank them for their effort over the past year, including an unprecedented offer to fully fund construction of a new arena had they received the license.
We also want to thank the dozens of local leaders and thousands of fans and concerned citizens who voiced their support for what they believed was the best plan for our region. Had Isle of Capri been selected, it would have ensured the long-term future of the Penguins in Pittsburgh and would have delivered a $1 billion development opportunity to the Lower Hill and Uptown.
At this point, our franchise enters a period of uncertainty, with our lease at Mellon Arena set to expire this summer. We will re-evaluate all of our options before deciding on a course of action and making further comment.
Statement from Me
Today i was listening to a local radio station at work, they had a member from Majestic Star board or some shit and he said one of the biggest reason for them winning is Don Barden is a minority. This win has pissed of a 3 of the pittsburgh sports franchises. The steelers nor the pirates want it in the North Shore (stadium locations) due the decrease in parking and possible fan base missing games to gamble...all in all i think its fucked up and fuck the state of pennslyvania...
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/news/cityregion/s_485047.html
Statement from Gary Bettman
“The decision by the Gaming Commission was terrible news for the Penguins, their fans and the NHL. The future of this franchise in Pittsburgh is uncertain and the Penguins now will have to explore all other options, including possible relocation. The NHL will support the Penguins in their endeavors.”
Statement from Ken Sawyer
We congratulate Don Barden and PITG Gaming on their successful bid. Obviously, we are very disappointed that the Isle of Capri was not awarded the slots license. We want to thank them for their effort over the past year, including an unprecedented offer to fully fund construction of a new arena had they received the license.
We also want to thank the dozens of local leaders and thousands of fans and concerned citizens who voiced their support for what they believed was the best plan for our region. Had Isle of Capri been selected, it would have ensured the long-term future of the Penguins in Pittsburgh and would have delivered a $1 billion development opportunity to the Lower Hill and Uptown.
At this point, our franchise enters a period of uncertainty, with our lease at Mellon Arena set to expire this summer. We will re-evaluate all of our options before deciding on a course of action and making further comment.
Statement from Me
Today i was listening to a local radio station at work, they had a member from Majestic Star board or some shit and he said one of the biggest reason for them winning is Don Barden is a minority. This win has pissed of a 3 of the pittsburgh sports franchises. The steelers nor the pirates want it in the North Shore (stadium locations) due the decrease in parking and possible fan base missing games to gamble...all in all i think its fucked up and fuck the state of pennslyvania...