GoodCanadianKideh Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 I read that the NBA is looking into playing out their season at Walt Disney World. Seems like that would be a great location for the backdrop of games (without fans). I started thinking about possible sites for the NHL to play if the season resumes. Instead of playing in an empty stadium, where would you like to see hockey games played? It would be incredible to have games played on a mountaintop glacier or frozen lake (if there are any at this time of year). Lake Louise looks fantastic in the winter and I’m sure the hotels could use the business of the NHL. Similar to the Outdoor Classics, you could play the games outside. The camera shots would be incredible (especially from above with drones) and I think it would be way more interesting than playing games inside an empty stadium. Without having to play for the fans in a home stadium, the location could really open up and grab the attention of fans worldwide! The ice surface won’t require the protective measures for the fans (netting/glass) which could really free up the location as well. Still need the boards, but maybe use plexiglass to open up the viewing angles? What would be some other interesting locations? Times Square (if you could keep the streets closed) Central Park Stanley Park There could be some interesting marketing opportunities with some incredible backdrops, especially while the world waits for live events to restart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickenspear Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 Well, we've covered Antarctica in the coronavirus thread, so maybe Greenland? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanuck Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 If there's not going to be fans, and all you need is an NHL size ice surface, with some other amenities, why not play games at locations where communities have been hit hard by various events such as Fort McMurray or Portapique? Sure fans won't directly benefit by watching, but it would still bring a financial boost to the community and offer something positive for those places to focus on. Just a thought. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01Luongo Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 I remember reading somewhere that even though there won't be any fans in attendance. The arena itself still has to be up to NHL standards. The locker rooms, broadcast booth and equipment, etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawns Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 6 hours ago, GoodCanadianKideh said: I read that the NBA is looking into playing out their season at Walt Disney World. Seems like that would be a great location for the backdrop of games (without fans). I started thinking about possible sites for the NHL to play if the season resumes. Instead of playing in an empty stadium, where would you like to see hockey games played? It would be incredible to have games played on a mountaintop glacier or frozen lake (if there are any at this time of year). Lake Louise looks fantastic in the winter and I’m sure the hotels could use the business of the NHL. Similar to the Outdoor Classics, you could play the games outside. The camera shots would be incredible (especially from above with drones) and I think it would be way more interesting than playing games inside an empty stadium. Without having to play for the fans in a home stadium, the location could really open up and grab the attention of fans worldwide! The ice surface won’t require the protective measures for the fans (netting/glass) which could really free up the location as well. Still need the boards, but maybe use plexiglass to open up the viewing angles? What would be some other interesting locations? Times Square (if you could keep the streets closed) Central Park Stanley Park There could be some interesting marketing opportunities with some incredible backdrops, especially while the world waits for live events to restart. your top 2 picks are in a city thats had 20000 dead in a month? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Heffy Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 1 hour ago, stawns said: your top 2 picks are in a city thats had 20000 dead in a month? Could at least have the Bruins play there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwijibo Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 it’s not just a case of needing an ice surface. You need high end hotels for the teams and staff you need nhl caliber buildings for broadcast you need proper practice facilities 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted May 3, 2020 Share Posted May 3, 2020 On 5/2/2020 at 8:34 AM, qwijibo said: it’s not just a case of needing an ice surface. You need high end hotels for the teams and staff you need nhl caliber buildings for broadcast you need proper practice facilities Yep it’s actually going to be a very short list that ends up checking off all the boxes. The hotels and practice facilities are a big one and then you have to factor in provincial/state laws at the time and whether or not the NBA will also be using the building. I would think that when all is said and done no more than 4 will be deemed acceptable. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capajoe Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 (edited) Regina hosted the world juniors a few years ago. They have 2 quality rinks (U of R Cougars and Pats play/practice at) and a bunch of other rinks that could be practiced at all in the same building with a hospital a stones throw away. Edited May 4, 2020 by Capajoe Spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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