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Judge Baum Questions Positions of Both Balsillie, NHL
June 16, 2009 by
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The following is the first article by the latest Business of Sports Network staff member,Jeff Levine - Maury BrownIn a move that illustrated independence, insight and intelligence, Federal Bankruptcy Court Judge Redfield T. Baum denied Billionaire and Blackberry co-CEO Jim Balsillie’s...
Coyotes Owner Jerry Moyes Reacts to Bankruptcy Judge Ruling
June 16, 2009 by
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Jerry Moyes, the principal owner of the Phoenix Coyotes, and his legal team gave reaction to yesterday’s ruling by Bankruptcy Judge Redfield T. Baum. On June 15, 2009, Judge Baum denied the Coyotes' motion on relocation without prejudice, which means the decision is subject to...
Judge Declines Relocation Petition for Coyotes to Canada
June 16, 2009 by
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The sale and relocation of the Phoenix Coyotes to Jim Balsillie won’t be occurring anytime soon, and possibly never, after a U.S. bankruptcy judge rejected his end-around offer of $212.5 million that would have bypassed the NHL’s relocation approval process. Arizona bankruptcy...
Game 7 of Stanley Cup Finals Most Watched NHL Game in 36 Years
June 15, 2009 by
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Friday night's deciding Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final on NBC Sports was the most-watched NHL game in 36 years with an average of 8 million viewers (5/10/73, Stanley Cup Final Game 6 on NBC, Montreal-Chicago, 9.4 million). Overall, the series averaged 5.6 million viewers for the...
Game 7 of Stanley Cup Finals Earns Impressive Avg. of 7.5M Viewers, Over 9M at Game's End
June 14, 2009 by
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The Pittsburgh Penguins scored a major victory in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals to capture their third championship, but NBC and the NHL were big winners, as well.According to Nielsen Media Research, Game 7 in primetime saw an average of 7.51 million viewers and a 3.0 rating/11...
With Penguins Declared Stanley Cup Champs, Merchandise Game Begins
June 13, 2009 by
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Shop.NHL.com put 102 items up for sale the second the Penguins won the 2008Stanley Cup Finals, including this "green"reusable shopping bag.So, the Pittsburgh Penguins have won their third Stanley Cup championship, the first since 1992, in dramatic Game 7 fashion, 2-1 over...
Judge to Rule on Phoenix Coyotes Relocation Without Further Hearing
June 12, 2009 by
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According to Tripp Mickle in the morning edition of today’s SportsBusiness Daily, a bankruptcy judge will rule on whether the Phoenix Coyotes will be allowed to relocate to Hamilton, Ontario, Canada without further hearings. The ruling would also address a relocation fee and other...
NHL, NBC On Verge of 2-Year Broadcast Extension
June 05, 2009 by
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If you’re a fan of hockey, you can’t help but say that the Stanley Cup Finals have been outstanding. With each game, ratings have continued to climb, albeit modestly, and given the excitement of Game 4 which saw the Pens knot of the Series 2-2 with the Red Wings, chances are good...
NHL Network, Comcast Reach Long-Term Agreement for Carriage
June 02, 2009 by
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NHL Network and Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA, CMCSK), today announced a long-term agreement with the NHL Network to add the network to its Digital Classic level of service by the start of the 2009-10 NHL season. Under the terms of the agreement, the NHL Network will reach nearly...
Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals Averages 5.33 million Viewers
June 02, 2009 by
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Sunday's Game 2 of the 2009 Stanley Cup Finals which saw the Detroit Red Wings go up 2-0 over the Pittsburgh Penguins won the Sunday night Nielsen ratings battle in all demos pulling 5.33 million average viewers, which was a higher average than average for the entire Stanley Cup...
Jim Balsillie Unveils Plans to Renovate Copps Coliseum
May 30, 2009 by
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Showing that plans to purchase and relocate the Phoenix Coyotes to Hamilton, Ontario Canada co-CEO of Research in Motion, Jim Balsillie unveiled plans to renovate Hamilton’s Copps Coliseum to current NHL standards.The new Copps Coliseum would feature a soaring atrium-style entrance...
Relocation Hearing for Phoenix Coyotes Moved Up to June 9
May 28, 2009 by
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The U.S. bankruptcy judge that is overseeing the mediation proceedings between the Phoenix Coyotes and the National Hockey League has moved a hearing regarding the relocation of the club from June 22 to June 9. Judge Redfield Baum said that briefs and declarations on the relocation...
U.S. Senators Send Letter to Bettman in Opposition to Coyotes Relocation to Hamilton
May 26, 2009 by
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United States Senators Charles E Schumer and Kirsten E. Gillibrand, in a personal letter to National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman, today expressed their opposition to the Phoenix Coyotes professional hockey team's potential move to Hamilton, Ontario – 45 miles away...
NHL, Coyotes Told to Head to Mediation by Judge. Ruling on Relocation Not Made
May 20, 2009 by
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Who will have the right to control the Phoenix Coyotes will be made, but it was not by the courts today. A U.S. bankruptcy judge has ordered the National Hockey League and the majority owner of the Coyotes, Jerry Moyes, into mediation to resolve their difference on the issue, and report...
Coyotes Documents Update: MLB, NBA, NFL Support NHL
May 19, 2009 by
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NOTE: The Biz of Hockey has been updated with a new documents. With Jerry Moyes attempting to sell the Phoenix Coyotes to Research in Motion co-CEO Jim Balsillie, who in turn is looking to relocate the team to Hamilton, Ontario Canada, the NHL has claimed that Moyes no longer controls...
Who Owns the Phoenix Coyotes Could Be Decided in Court Today
May 19, 2009 by
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Who has the right to control the Phoenix Coyotes? The NHL or Jerry Moyes, who has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and plans to sell the club to Jim Balsillie, who would then relocate the club to Hamilton, Ontario? That could be decided today by Phoenix bankruptcy judge Redfield...
Coyotes Documents Update: Bettmam Email
May 18, 2009 by
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NOTE: The Biz of Hockey has been updated with a new document. As the Chapter 11 efforts of Coyotes owner Jerry Moyes are tied to a proposed sales transaction to Jim Balsillie, who is looking to relocate the club to Hamilton, OntarioCanada. Now, a copy of an email from NHL Commissioner...
SITE UPDATE: Key Coyotes Documents (Chapter 11, NHL Objection, etc.)
May 16, 2009 by
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NOTE: The Biz of Hockey has been updated with several key documents For those that are interested in the attempted Chapter 11 filing by Jerry Moyes, owner of the Phoenix Coyotes, and the proposed sale to Jim Balsillie who plans to relocate the club to Hamilton, Ontario Canada, The...
UPDATE: NHL Removes Jerry Moyes From Positions of Authority with Coyotes
May 05, 2009 by
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UPDATE: The situation with the Phoenix Coyotes has gotten more complex. After the club announced late Tues. evening that they had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the NHL has jumped into the fray, making it clear that they see the manner in which the club is proceeding as unacceptable...
BREAKING: COYOTES FILES FOR BANKRUPCY. BALSILLIE OFFERS TO PURCHASE. RELOCATE TO CANADA
May 05, 2009 by
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Dewey Ranch Hockey, LLC and its affiliates Arena Management Group, LLC, Coyotes Holdings, LLC and Coyotes Hockey, LLC (collectively “Coyotes”), owner of the National Hockey League (NHL) team the Phoenix Coyotes filed for Chapter 11 reorganization to implement a court-approved...
Capitals Metamorphosis Continues In the Standings, and the Bottom Line
May 05, 2009 by
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Alex Ovechkin has the Capitals winningboth in the standings and finally, at thebottom line.Think back just two seasons ago, and the Washington Capitals were abysmal, posting all of 70 points for the season, finishing last in the Southeast Division, and second to last in the Eastern...
NHL Boasts Key Gains Following Regular Season, Despite Economy
May 02, 2009 by
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The Stanley Cup Playoffs Conference Quarter-Finals have concluded, and the National Hockey League reports that virtually all key business metrics have continued their strong momentum from the regular season, in spite of challenging economic conditions. During the regular season, the...
Business of Sports Network - Autism Awareness Challenge
April 30, 2009 by
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At midnight tonight, the calendar sheds another page, and April turns to May. With that, ends what has been designated as World Autism Awareness Month. But, for millions of families around the globe, autism awareness is a daily affair. I, and my family, are but one of a growing number...
NHL Makes Loan to Coyotes. Could Take Over Operations
April 29, 2009 by
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In what many analysts see as a prelude to the NHL owning the Phoenix Coyotes, the league has loaned the club an unspecified amount money, giving the league more control over the floundering franchise. Should the Coyotes not repay the loan, the league has the right to take over its...
Easton Hockey Relaunches Website
April 27, 2009 by
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Easton Hockey relaunched their website today. Hockey equipment manufacturer Easton Hockey today announced the relaunch of the brand’s official Web site – EastonHockey.com. The completely re-designed and re-imagined URL will now include technology breakdowns, product news and an...
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