Originally Posted by
d-man
If you want the i-plex to be a tough rink for the opposition to come into it starts with the fans. The talent is on the ice this season the guys need to feed off the energy of the fans. How do you get butts in the seats? What keeps people away from the rink? I have heard this time and time again and have even heard Moberg address it. People say they love the team and they are big supporters and listen to every game on the radio. Yep even all the home games! At home! Gee thanks for being there.
No knock on Keen and Switzer but anyone ever think that broadcasting home games when the rink is empty, has no atmosphere, etc. isn't exactly helping the cause. The Eagle does a great job but at what expense. Let's say even 100 people stay home each game that's a potential $1600 lost in ticket sales.
Over 36 homes games that could amount to $57,600. What does the Eagle pay for broadcast rights?
Perhaps the organization takes away a "free" alternative to attending the game and forces some of those butts into the seats.