If Richard Peddie Took The Stand

from Dave Perkins of the Toronto Star, Judge Redfield T. Baum has denied Jim Balsillie’s attempt to have Richard Peddie testify at the Phoenix Coyotes’ bankruptcy case. But a guy can dream, can’t he? Attorney: Mr. Peddie, what is your current position? Peddie: I am the lord high exchequer of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment and I sitteth at the right hand of the almighty Ontario Teachers Pension Plan. Attorney: You sitteth at the right hand? What about Larry Tanenbaum? Peddie: The Plan is the father, I am the son and Larry is the Holy Ghost. Attorney: Thank you. Now, Mr. Peddie, what is the stated goal of Maple Leaf Sports? Peddie: To win the Stanley Cup. Judge Baum: Mr. Peddie, I remind you that you are under oath. ... Bailiff, please instruct the spectators to stop laughing or I will clear the court. read on