Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:08
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:As I posted in the other thread, this is about the teams getting leverage so the DC Government will pony up a half billion dollars to renovate a 25 year old arena.
I can say based on texts with people in my friend groups that none of us in DC or MD would go to any games in the future.
I agree 100%. As a frequent attendee at Caps games, I certainly would attend fewer games if the games were held in PY. The current location is highly convenient for me, whether I drive or take Metro. The idea of attending a weekday game at PY has zero appeal.
Don't worry, there'll be plenty of fans in Virginia that'll take your place. It might surprise you to know sports franchises don't care who buys the ticket.
but there won't be
Alexandria is a horrific location for the vast majority of the population
You alienate Moco, Howard co, PG county and most of NW DC. All of them are key players for season tickets/suites.
It will be GREAT for fans traveling to see the visiting team play given its location to DCA..just what Leonsis wants
How exactly are we alienating PG? Have you ever looked at a map?
PG County isn't just the national harbor. Getting here from College Park, Hyattsville, etc will be horrific, even with Metro
Cap One is by far the most central location for any DMV resident.
If Bowser wasn't a total moron, this would never have been a conversation
Bring back the Baltimore Bullets!
Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:07
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:This will help Baltimore get an nhl team !!
Win for everybody but the District.
Maybe NBA too!! Bring back the Bullets!!
Bmore is so cool. Orioles Ravens Bullets and NHL blue claws !!
Vs commanders, Wizards, Capitals and Nationals
Vomit inducing mascots
Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:06
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:The future sure is looking brighter for NoVA. Jobs, tech, a tech pipeline and politicians working well together to build a strong future.
Not sure how DC can get any of that going here. We have crime, truancy and a growing segment of the population that will always be dependent on the taxpayer. How did so much progress get lost so quickly?
But at least DC is welcoming, diverse, inclusive and has an urban vibe. The billionaire teams can enjoy their new home in the boring white suburbs.
Ummmm have you seen Alexandria?
I don't think this person has actually ever set foot in Alexandria. It's like 57% white, 43% minority. But then again, a lot of folks in the District mistakenly believe it's this magical land of urban diversity, and everything outside it is lily white and suburban sprawl. Let's just ignore the fact Alexandria has history that predates DC, and that Old Town is more walkable that 75% of the District. I swear, these DC cheerleaders are like people trapped on a sinking ship, criticizing all the other seaworthy boats around them.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:06
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:That site is right next to the airport 😂😂😂😂
Quite a “destination “
We certainly couldn't build housing there because of all the airplane noise driving the future residents crazy.
Huh? There are condos above the Harris Teeter right after the PY shopping center/Arlington line plus several high rise apartment buildings.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:04
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
This will help Baltimore get an nhl team !!
Win for everybody but the District.
Win for everybody but the District.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:03
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:As I posted in the other thread, this is about the teams getting leverage so the DC Government will pony up a half billion dollars to renovate a 25 year old arena.
I can say based on texts with people in my friend groups that none of us in DC or MD would go to any games in the future.
I agree 100%. As a frequent attendee at Caps games, I certainly would attend fewer games if the games were held in PY. The current location is highly convenient for me, whether I drive or take Metro. The idea of attending a weekday game at PY has zero appeal.
Don't worry, there'll be plenty of fans in Virginia that'll take your place. It might surprise you to know sports franchises don't care who buys the ticket.
but there won't be
Alexandria is a horrific location for the vast majority of the population
You alienate Moco, Howard co, PG county and most of NW DC. All of them are key players for season tickets/suites.
It will be GREAT for fans traveling to see the visiting team play given its location to DCA..just what Leonsis wants
How exactly are we alienating PG? Have you ever looked at a map?
Anonymous
12/13/2023 16:02
Subject: Re:Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:With this move Governor Youngkin just toppled Warner to win election to the U.S. Senate; Warner's appearance at today's press conference is too little, too late. Youngkin wasn't going to let stupid "issues" like affordable housing and mass transit stop this thing from happening. He smartly located this on the Alexandria side of National Landing so the stupid missing middle housing and reform prosecution in Arilngton won't derail this. To their credit Arlington Police are ruby-red in their politics, but you can't take a chance on trying to work with the People's Republic.
No, this isn’t going to help Mr. Religious Nutter. It’s going to be a huge mess. And he was toast as soon as he started with his attack on women.
Sorry but no. It’s another brilliant move by Youngkin. And BTW all the women I know who live in NOVA think he’s great.
I live in Alexandria and I think he sucks.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:59
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:As I posted in the other thread, this is about the teams getting leverage so the DC Government will pony up a half billion dollars to renovate a 25 year old arena.
I can say based on texts with people in my friend groups that none of us in DC or MD would go to any games in the future.
I agree 100%. As a frequent attendee at Caps games, I certainly would attend fewer games if the games were held in PY. The current location is highly convenient for me, whether I drive or take Metro. The idea of attending a weekday game at PY has zero appeal.
Don't worry, there'll be plenty of fans in Virginia that'll take your place. It might surprise you to know sports franchises don't care who buys the ticket.
but there won't be
Alexandria is a horrific location for the vast majority of the population
You alienate Moco, Howard co, PG county and most of NW DC. All of them are key players for season tickets/suites.
It will be GREAT for fans traveling to see the visiting team play given its location to DCA..just what Leonsis wants
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:57
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
I don't know many people who like Youngkin, but even a clock is right twice a day, and this is a good move. As an Alexandrian I can't wait to see how Del Ray mobilizes, and if they're even remotely successful. Our leaders are promising all the public engagement we want on this, but unless you're supportive of the teams moving here, I wouldn't waste your time.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:53
Subject: Re:Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:With this move Governor Youngkin just toppled Warner to win election to the U.S. Senate; Warner's appearance at today's press conference is too little, too late. Youngkin wasn't going to let stupid "issues" like affordable housing and mass transit stop this thing from happening. He smartly located this on the Alexandria side of National Landing so the stupid missing middle housing and reform prosecution in Arilngton won't derail this. To their credit Arlington Police are ruby-red in their politics, but you can't take a chance on trying to work with the People's Republic.
No, this isn’t going to help Mr. Religious Nutter. It’s going to be a huge mess. And he was toast as soon as he started with his attack on women.
Sorry but no. It’s another brilliant move by Youngkin. And BTW all the women I know who live in NOVA think he’s great.
You must know very few women in NOVA.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:51
Subject: Re:Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:With this move Governor Youngkin just toppled Warner to win election to the U.S. Senate; Warner's appearance at today's press conference is too little, too late. Youngkin wasn't going to let stupid "issues" like affordable housing and mass transit stop this thing from happening. He smartly located this on the Alexandria side of National Landing so the stupid missing middle housing and reform prosecution in Arilngton won't derail this. To their credit Arlington Police are ruby-red in their politics, but you can't take a chance on trying to work with the People's Republic.
No, this isn’t going to help Mr. Religious Nutter. It’s going to be a huge mess. And he was toast as soon as he started with his attack on women.
Sorry but no. It’s another brilliant move by Youngkin. And BTW all the women I know who live in NOVA think he’s great.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:51
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:As I posted in the other thread, this is about the teams getting leverage so the DC Government will pony up a half billion dollars to renovate a 25 year old arena.
I can say based on texts with people in my friend groups that none of us in DC or MD would go to any games in the future.
I agree 100%. As a frequent attendee at Caps games, I certainly would attend fewer games if the games were held in PY. The current location is highly convenient for me, whether I drive or take Metro. The idea of attending a weekday game at PY has zero appeal.
Don't worry, there'll be plenty of fans in Virginia that'll take your place. It might surprise you to know sports franchises don't care who buys the ticket.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:47
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:How does DC not have an economic development person?
We miss you, John!
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:46
Subject: Re:Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:With this move Governor Youngkin just toppled Warner to win election to the U.S. Senate; Warner's appearance at today's press conference is too little, too late. Youngkin wasn't going to let stupid "issues" like affordable housing and mass transit stop this thing from happening. He smartly located this on the Alexandria side of National Landing so the stupid missing middle housing and reform prosecution in Arilngton won't derail this. To their credit Arlington Police are ruby-red in their politics, but you can't take a chance on trying to work with the People's Republic.
No, this isn’t going to help Mr. Religious Nutter. It’s going to be a huge mess. And he was toast as soon as he started with his attack on women.
Anonymous
12/13/2023 15:43
Subject: Wizards and Caps could be moving to Potomac Yard
Anonymous wrote:who from montgomery county will attend these games?
I live in Bethesda and it was a breeze to get to Cap One.
I don't see myself ever venturing to PY for a game.
Why alienate the base so much? Terrible location for anyone outside Arlington/Alexandria
It’s a terrible location for anyone who isn’t walkable or right on the blue or yellow lines. I drive down there 3x/wk and it’s already a yuge mess. Alexandria is very inaccessible to most of the DC area.