The Kings’ file in Quebec is still a topic of much conversation.
Even though the CAQ government announced that the event would not be a “test” for the Nordiques’ return to Quebec, Éric Girard does not hide that he has a little hope behind the approach.
The finance minister estimates the probability of the Nordiques returning to the state capital at 10%.
In an interview on the Le Bilan program on LCN, Pierre Karl Péladeau was much more cautious on this topic.
“I won’t get involved in predictions, but the only thing I can say and I will say it again: In Quebec we have everything to be successful. Quebec’s economy is significant and a company like Quebecor is here to testify to this,” said Quebecor’s President and CEO.
“Quebec has a solid economy, an extremely important supporter base, a broadcaster, a promotion machine and, finally, a high-quality infrastructure,” he added, speaking of the Videotron Center, built to the highest standards.
“I believe in it because we have met all the requirements. However, we need the commissioner’s approval and continue to convince the owners and governors that we are there and that everything is fine compared to other teams that are in a more delicate situation.
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