The suggested deal is a good one- time to commit the $

[Judge]

I hate the threats and strong-arming as much or more than anyone else, and Bettman is really being a jackass, but-

all Hamister appears to want is help with the arena. Some of it might have already been on the table for Rigas, too, so what's the big deal?

The tax $$ to invest into the arena is more than worth it to keep the team alive and well and maybe enhance the arena's usage.

It's a no-brainer- the area must commit.

[SABURZFAN]

Originally posted by Judge
and Bettman is really being a jackass

he's been always known to be a jackass.

[clumping platelets]

"The skate was in the crease, therefore, thus, and conclusion thereof.......NO GOAL!!!!"


I would agree to giving the $$$ to help with arena debt as long as Hamister commits to a clause that GUARANTEES a few things:

1) Absolute non-relocation

2) Lease minimum 30 years

3) If Sabres become profitable, that money goes to pay back the debt forgiveness

[Judge]

Originally posted by clumping platelets
"The skate was in the crease, therefore, thus, and conclusion thereof.......NO GOAL!!!!"


I would agree to giving the $$$ to help with arena debt as long as Hamister commits to a clause that GUARANTEES a few things:

1) Absolute non-relocation

2) Lease minimum 30 years

3) If Sabres become profitable, that money goes to pay back the debt forgiveness

I'd say only #1 is realistic, maybe #2.

#3 is a deal-breaker. You just cost us the Sabres!

[Ð]

No tax money for pro sports. Don't do it.