However, a condition was expressed by the leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec.
During his appearance on the eminent Paul Arcand's show, François Legault suggested that Mr. Péladeau should find serious business partners to present a credible offer to the NHL to bring back the Nordiques. The interview, conducted last Saturday, generated significant online reactions. Our site had published a highly relevant article on the subject.
Recall this important suggestion from Prime Minister François Legault to Pierre Karl Péladeau and Gary Bettman to facilitate the return of the Quebec Nordiques.
It should be remembered that the Minister of Finance, Éric Girard, also has the mandate for the potential return of the Nordiques to Quebec. This is part of the initiatives undertaken by the CAQ.
Pierre Karl Péladeau accepts Prime Minister François Legault's suggestion and is ready to find partners.
The TVA Sports channel, a Quebecor network, confirmed that the owner is inclined to leverage his network of contacts to present a credible candidacy. This is an important development in the Nordiques' return case.
See his exact statement:
Pierre Karl Péladeau, who adds that he discusses this topic with people he meets.We know that PKP bought the Montreal Alouettes franchise in 2023. The former owners were looking to part with the franchise, and he saw a genuine opportunity to build a winning team in the metropolis. A few months after his purchase, the team won the Grey Cup.
Though the situation seems surreal, Gary Bettman nonetheless reminded that the league is not ready for expansion at the moment, but one never knows how popular pressure could impact a decision in cities potentially volunteering for an NHL team.
To be continued.
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14 JUIN | 327 ANSWERS PKP responds to Gary Bettman's request regarding the return of the Nordiques According to you, when will Quebec have a NHL concession? | ||
2025 to 2030 | 67 | 20.5 % |
Over 2030 | 71 | 21.7 % |
Never | 189 | 57.8 % |
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