1995: Barry Shenkarow press conference
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During the last game of the 1994-1995 season, Jets owner Barry Shenkarow fields questions from members of the press during the first intermission regarding the future of the team in Winnipeg CKND May 02, 1995 (Link not available to source) |
"Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks: Kris King
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A last ditch effort, the "Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks drew over 35,000 people. The "Grassroots Endowment Fund" ultimately exceeded $13 million... Videon May 16, 1995 (Link not available to source) |
"Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks: Teemu Selanne
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A last ditch effort, the "Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks drew over 35,000 people. The "Grassroots Endowment Fund" ultimately exceeded $13 million... Videon May 16, 1995 (Link not available to source) |
"Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks: Curt Kielback
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A last ditch effort, the "Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks drew over 35,000 people. The "Grassroots Endowment Fund" ultimately exceeded $13 million... Videon May 16, 1995 (Link not available to source) |
"Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks: Randy Gilhen
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A last ditch effort, the "Save the Jets" Rally at The Forks drew over 35,000 people. The "Grassroots Endowment Fund" ultimately exceeded $13 million... Videon May 16, 1995 (Link not available to source) |
For the Love of the Game, part 3
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This TSN Documentary examines the passion for the game of Hockey in Canada & the notion that perhaps the NHL is deliberately keeping Canadian teams out of its exclusive club. This 3 part series looks as all aspects of keeping a franchise in Winnipeg thru interviews with all of the main players. Everyone from the Mayor Of Winnipeg, Premier of Manitoba, Owner of the Winnipeg Jets, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman & Most importantly; The Fans. Something to think about while watching this documentary, If Bettman himself states that if there are not enough fans going to the games to make it successful; Why in 2008 are we stuck still watching failing franchises in the Southern States? Winnipeg had the fan base however; our Arena was not suitable for the NHL to provide revenue for Players Salaries, etc however; other cities such as Pittsburgh were in the exact same position but Bettman did much more to keep that team there then he EVER did for our city of Winnipeg. Also; although our Mayor at the time "Susan Thompson" comes off as a true supporter of keeping the Jets in Winnipeg, Just remember that SHE could have...... "In 1996, Winnipeg's mayor Susan Thompson spent $130 million of taxpayer money to prepare for the 1999 Pan American Games instead of building an arena for the Jets. The Pan-Am funds were used to improve roads and clean up Winnipeg for the 16-day event. Years later, the $130 million Winnipeg spent has amortized into nothing. Susan Thompson was thinking short-term instead of long-term. The benefits of an arena and a NHL team can be had for decades, while the benefits of new paint and fixed roads were felt for less then a single decade. Had Winnipeg not had such an incompetent mayor at the time, an arena would have been built long ago, and the Jets would still in Winnipeg." Part 3 of 3. TSN, Inside Sports January 07, 1996 (Link not available to source) |
For the Love of the Game, part 2
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This TSN Documentary examines the passion for the game of Hockey in Canada & the notion that perhaps the NHL is deliberately keeping Canadian teams out of its exclusive club. This 3 part series looks as all aspects of keeping a franchise in Winnipeg thru interviews with all of the main players. Everyone from the Mayor Of Winnipeg, Premier of Manitoba, Owner of the Winnipeg Jets, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman & Most importantly; The Fans. Something to think about while watching this documentary, If Bettman himself states that if there are not enough fans going to the games to make it successful; Why in 2008 are we stuck still watching failing franchises in the Southern States? Winnipeg had the fan base however; our Arena was not suitable for the NHL to provide revenue for Players Salaries, etc however; other cities such as Pittsburgh were in the exact same position but Bettman did much more to keep that team there then he EVER did for our city of Winnipeg. Also; although our Mayor at the time "Susan Thompson" comes off as a true supporter of keeping the Jets in Winnipeg, Just remember that SHE could have...... "In 1996, Winnipeg's mayor Susan Thompson spent $130 million of taxpayer money to prepare for the 1999 Pan American Games instead of building an arena for the Jets. The Pan-Am funds were used to improve roads and clean up Winnipeg for the 16-day event. Years later, the $130 million Winnipeg spent has amortized into nothing. Susan Thompson was thinking short-term instead of long-term. The benefits of an arena and a NHL team can be had for decades, while the benefits of new paint and fixed roads were felt for less then a single decade. Had Winnipeg not had such an incompetent mayor at the time, an arena would have been built long ago, and the Jets would still in Winnipeg." Part 2 of 3. TSN, Inside Sports July 01, 1996 (Link not available to source) |
For the Love of the Game, part 1
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This TSN Documentary examines the passion for the game of Hockey in Canada & the notion that perhaps the NHL is deliberately keeping Canadian teams out of its exclusive club. This 3 part series looks as all aspects of keeping a franchise in Winnipeg thru interviews with all of the main players. Everyone from the Mayor Of Winnipeg, Premier of Manitoba, Owner of the Winnipeg Jets, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman & Most importantly; The Fans. Something to think about while watching this documentary, If Bettman himself states that if there are not enough fans going to the games to make it successful; Why in 2008 are we stuck still watching failing franchises in the Southern States? Winnipeg had the fan base however; our Arena was not suitable for the NHL to provide revenue for Players Salaries, etc however; other cities such as Pittsburgh were in the exact same position but Bettman did much more to keep that team there then he EVER did for our city of Winnipeg. Also; although our Mayor at the time "Susan Thompson" comes off as a true supporter of keeping the Jets in Winnipeg, Just remember that SHE could have...... "In 1996, Winnipeg's mayor Susan Thompson spent $130 million of taxpayer money to prepare for the 1999 Pan American Games instead of building an arena for the Jets. The Pan-Am funds were used to improve roads and clean up Winnipeg for the 16-day event. Years later, the $130 million Winnipeg spent has amortized into nothing. Susan Thompson was thinking short-term instead of long-term. The benefits of an arena and a NHL team can be had for decades, while the benefits of new paint and fixed roads were felt for less then a single decade. Had Winnipeg not had such an incompetent mayor at the time, an arena would have been built long ago, and the Jets would still in Winnipeg." Part 1 of 3. TSN, Inside Sports July 01, 1996 (Link not available to source) |
Scott Taylor reacts to sale of the Jets
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Scott Taylor is a very well known and respected individual whose knowledge regarding the Winnipeg Jets departure is accurate and forthright. He explains the outcome of what happened in '95 before, during and after Manitobans fight to keep the team in Winnipeg. TSN July 02, 1996 (Link not available to source) |
Blair Mackasey comments on the NHL in Winnipeg
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Blair Mackasey, head scout for Hockey Canada at the time, commenting on the NHL in Winnipeg following tremendous support during the 2005 World Junior Hockey Championship in North Dakota. TSN January 06, 2005 (Link not available to source) |
Canwest Global: Local Reaction To Gary Bettman's Support For Winnipeg
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Local reaction to the NHL Commissionerâ??s support for Winnipegâ??s return to the NHL. CEO Edmonton Oilers, Pat LaForge, supports Winnipeg. Global also speculates on potential NHL financials. (Although much was understated or missing.) Claims that $260 million would be required before the first season starts are inflated with no mention how future revenues streams for both hockey and non-hockey events at the MTS Centre may offset a team purchase cost. Canwest Global January 26, 2007 (Link not available to source) |
CBC: Ron MacLean and Gary Bettman, All Star Game, Part 1
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Gary Bettman responds to Ron MacLeanâ??s questions at the 2007 All Star Game in Dallas, Texas. The NHL Commissioner does think that Winnipeg can support the NHL again with the new CBA. CBC, Hockey Night in Canada January 26, 2007 (Link not available to source) |
CKY News: Nashville Up For Sale
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CKY News Winnipeg: Local Winnipeg news broadcast regarding the possible relocation of the Nashville Predators. The story includes some of the key financials of the team. CTV Winnipeg January 26, 2007 (Link not available to source) |
CBC: Ron MacLean and Gary Bettman, All Star Game, Part 2
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Gary Bettman responds to Ron MacLeanâ??s questions at the 2007 All Star Game in Dallas, Texas. The NHL Commissioner does think that Winnipeg can support the NHL again with the new CBA. CBC, Hockey Night in Canada January 26, 2007 (Link not available to source) |
CBC: HNIC Hotstove
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A week following Mr. Bettmanâ??s supportive comments about Winnipeg, the group of reporters speak about some NHL governors support for it, a potential local ownership group has already reviewed two NHL teams books and concluded that the NHL would work in Winnipeg with the current MTS Centre at 15,003 seating capacity. CBC, Hockey Night in Canada: Hotstove January 28, 2007 (Link not available to source) |
2007 NHL Exhibition Game at the MTS Centre, between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Phoenix Coyotes; starting lineups
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MTS Centre, Manitoba Moose September 19, 2007 Source |
"Ask Gary Bettman" with Ron MacLean
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During the CBC Sports presentation of Hockey Night 2008, there was a segment following the NHL All Star Skills Competition entitled "Ask Gary Bettman" hosted by Ron MacLean. In this clip, Gary was asked when NHL teams would be in Winnipeg, Hamilton and Quebec City... CBC, Hockey Night 2008 January 27, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
Mike Beauregard reports; Peter Mansbridge with Mark Chipman
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Mike Beauregard reports from Winnipeg focusing on the state of pro hockey, past, present and future. Following Mikeâ??s report is a live, candid discussion between CBC television newsanchor Peter Mansbridge and Mark Chipman, governor of the Manitoba Moose hockey club, regarding the various aspects of the return of the NHL to Winnipeg. CBC Newsworld February 06, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
Global News Winnipeg: Don Cherry in Winnipeg
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Don Cherry arrives in Winnipeg en route to Winkler, Manitoba for CBC's "Hockey Day In Canada." He is greeted by fans at the airport, and is presented with the question of whether or not he believes the NHL will return to Winnipeg. Don is so supportive of the idea that he even suggests he'd be an investor in the team. Canwest Global February 08, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
CBC: HNIC Hotstove
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Ron MacLean, Pierre Lebrun, Al Strachan and Scott Morrison on Hockey Night in Canada's "The Hotstove" discussing various issues, including rumblings that several owners are unhappy with Gary Bettman, as well as the possibility that expansion is on the horizon, seeing as Jerry Bruckheimer has approached Brian Burke about joining him in Las Vegas for an assumed expansion team. CBC, Hockey Night in Canada: Hotstove May 31, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
Winnipeg is Changing
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A collection of architectural drawings from some of the many developments happening in Winnipeg, Manitoba. YouTube/scarman1973 July 01, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
Hockey is a cold-weather sport
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Mike Harrington, The Buffalo News August 09, 2008 Source |
ShawTV: Coyotes and Flames players and coachs arrive into Winnipeg for pre-season hockey
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As the Phoenix Coyotes and Calgary Flames play an exhibition game in Winnipeg, players and coachs talk about being back in the city that was once home to the Jets. ShawTV September 24, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
ShawTV: Mark Messier in Winnipeg for a 2008 pre-season game
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Mark Messier's positive feelings regarding the possible return of the NHL to Winnipeg. ShawTV September 24, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
ShawTV: NHL's Possible Return to Winnipeg
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With the Calgary Flames and Phoenix Coyotes playing an exhibition in Winnipeg Sept. 24th, Manitoba Moose owner Mark Chipman discusses the possible return to the city in the future, after Wayne Gretzky's comments about the corporate support. ShawTV September 24, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
ShawTV's Sports Talk with Mark Chipman
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ShawTV, Sports Talk: Hosted by Jim Toth, this week Manitoba Moose owner Mark Chipman talks about his team, the possibility of Sean Avery playing for the Moose and his push to bring the NHL to Winnipeg. ShawTV December 11, 2008 (Link not available to source) |
Winnipeg Sun: 5-Minute Major
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The Sun staff discusses NHL commissioner Gary Bettman's brushing off of a Sun Media report that several NHL franchises are in deep, financial trouble. Winnipeg Sun February 05, 2009 (Link not available to source) |
Paul Kelly Wants Winnipeg In NHL Now
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NHLPA boss Paul Kelly says that teams that perpetually struggle financially should consider moving to Canada, and he names Southern Ontario, Toronto and Winnipeg. Global News Winnipeg March 31, 2009 Source |
