NHL's Bettman: From the Loonie to Las Vegas

The transcript discusses the NHL's expansion into Las Vegas, making it the first major sports league to establish a team there. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman addresses the impact of Canadian dollar fluctuations on revenue and the league's financial strategies. The conversation also touches on the potential influence of the NFL's interest in Las Vegas and the challenges of naming the new franchise, including trademark issues and design considerations.

How does the NHL handle the fluctuations of the Canadian dollar in terms of revenue?

• By ignoring the fluctuations

• By computing everything in U.S. dollars and adjusting daily

• By converting all transactions to Canadian dollars

• By fixing the exchange rate annually

What was a significant factor in the NHL's decision to expand into Las Vegas?

• The influence of other sports leagues

• The availability of a new stadium

• The opportunity to be the first major league in the city

• The presence of a large hockey fan base

What is a potential challenge mentioned regarding the NFL's interest in Las Vegas?

• Lack of available venues

• Higher operational costs

• Competition for fan attention

• Difficulty in securing player contracts

What is one of the main considerations in choosing a name for the new Las Vegas NHL team?

• The popularity of the name among fans

• The historical significance of the name

• The length of the name

• Trademark issues and existing team names

What additional elements must be considered when finalizing the team's identity?

• The team's home city and state

• The team's player roster

• The team's logo, colors, and uniform design

• The team's mascot and anthem