NHL's Bettman: From the Loonie to Las Vegas

NHL's Bettman: From the Loonie to Las Vegas

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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.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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