NHL Expansion: Seattle Arena Project Roars Back to Life Walter McLaughlin | October 26, 2016 When last we visited this subject, the long, twisted road investor Chris Hansen had traveled in his efforts to bring the NHL and NBA to Seattle had seemingly reached a…
Seattle Arena: ‘Big, Ugly House’ to Undergo Final Vote Walter McLaughlin | April 29, 2016 This coming Monday, the Seattle City Council is slated to vote on vacating a stretch of Occidental Avenue South to entrepreneur Chris Hansen for the purpose of constructing his proposed…
Will the Coyotes Saga End with an NHL Team in Seattle? Walter McLaughlin | June 15, 2015 People who say ‘Let the chips fall where they may’ usually figure they will not be hit by a chip — Bernard Williams Two years after an 11th hour agreement…
Could the Arizona Coyotes Be Headed to Seattle in 2018? Walter McLaughlin | October 14, 2014 The Seattle Coyotes. Doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue, does it? Of course, were the Arizona Coyotes to exercise the out-clause of their arena lease and move to the Seattle…
Investor Victor Coleman Behind Latest NHL-to-Seattle Efforts Walter McLaughlin | August 26, 2014 After nearly derailing just a few short months ago, Seattle’s roller coaster ride toward obtaining an NHL franchise appears to be back on track. Reportedly, a local heavyweight investor is…
Seattle Arena Makes New York Appearance Walter McLaughlin | April 7, 2013 An approved arena plan, a strong local ownership group and political support may be all that’s necessary to bring both the NHL and NBA to Seattle.
The NHL in Seattle Draws Inexorably Closer Walter McLaughlin | February 1, 2013 The NHL is closer than ever to becoming a reality in Seattle. A little over a year ago, facts came to light that immediately raised the hopes of sports fans…
With Formal Approval at Hand, Seattle to Shop for NHL, NBA Teams Walter McLaughlin | September 24, 2012 If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. Then quit. No use being a damn fool about it— W.C. Fields There’s no way to know whether or not Seattle…
Seattle Arena Proposal: “It’s Halftime, Baby” Walter McLaughlin | August 2, 2012 Don’t give up at halftime. Concentrate on winning the second half— Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant Long-time Sonics play-by-play announcer Kevin Calabro has always possessed the ability to paint vivid pictures…
The Seattle Arena Opposition: How to Parry a Billionaire Walter McLaughlin | July 14, 2012 There aren’t many cities that would seriously consider turning their backs on an investment of nearly $300 million in private capital within their boundaries, particularly during trying economic times. However,…
Seattle Media Buzzing Over Potential NHL Relocation Walter McLaughlin | February 12, 2012 Jeopardy answer: In 1917, this was the first American team to win the Stanley Cup Championship. Question: Who were the Seattle Metropolitans? Granted, it was nearly a century ago, during…
