[Dan from Michigan]

Tampa has a lot of Michiganders which helps. Same with Dallas to a lesser extent.

I still don't understand Nashville, Phoenix, Atlanta, and a 2nd team in Florida. No offense to the fans there, but those aren't massive hockey markets, especially compared to Winnepeg.

[Dan from Michigan]

Or Hamilton.

[thombo]

"Tampa has a lot of Michiganers which helps."Your right.I believe Tampa Bay is comprised mostly of northern transplants.I mentioned my Dad's from Buffalo,but i have 4 co-workers also from Buffalo.Coincidence?I understand the winters are brutal:)I would think Atlanta(potentially)has a large enough pool.Lots of northern transplants there as well.