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FLAMES | SABRES |
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07TJTRN | #1C | CGYvBUF
As a followup to a story I ran a couple months back, a judge has ordered the New York Rangers to relinquish control of their web site to the NHL. As expected, MSG is appealing the decision. What a bunch of whiners.
While I'll admit to the fact that the NHL's new web site system seems to be hurting the overall design of the individual web sites — and that's coming from a graphic design perspective only — as far as content, I couldn't be more pleased. Hey speaking of which, anybody interested in a team web site tournament? I think that would be kind of funny.
Let me know what you think of that in the comments. In the meantime, here's the article from the AP.
November 2, 2007
Judge refuses to block NHL from taking control of Rangers' Web site
Associated Press
NEW YORK — A judge refused to block the NHL from taking control of the New York Rangers' Web site despite claims that the league is acting like "an illegal cartel" by controlling team promotions.
U.S. District Judge Loretta A. Preska said Friday that the NHL seemed on solid legal ground when it decided to take control of its clubs' Web sites to strengthen the quality of its Internet relationship with fans and advertisers.
She said in a written opinion that her conclusion was "bolstered by the fact that MSG has shown no harm whatsoever to consumers, especially in light of the facts that the team maintains control over most of the content of the new Web site and fans can still get access directly to the Rangers site through newyorkrangers.com."
Preska also said evidence showed that fans prefer the league's new Internet strategy over one that left more control in the hands of the individual clubs.
The ruling said the league had decided it was necessary to create a league brand with centralized control of team sites to compete with other major sports entertainment providers.
Although the judge hasn't yet heard all of the evidence in the case, she refused to block the NHL in its efforts while the litigation proceeds, a process that could take months.
She said it seemed unlikely that MSG would succeed in claims contained in a September lawsuit.
In a statement, MSG promised to appeal, saying it still believed the Rangers will be irreparably harmed if the Web site is left in the NHL's hands.
"This decision is only one step in what will be a very long legal process and we look forward to having the opportunity to present the facts, which support our position," MSG said.
Earlier this year, at the start of hockey playoffs, MSG said it increased its competitive offerings by making Rangers-branded merchandise available through the Rangers' Web site rather than a catalog, and by making games available to subscribers on its Web site.
The NHL forced MSG to withdraw the plan by imposing a $100,000-per-day penalty. When the company refused to pay the fines, the league withheld $200,000 from third-party payments due MSG, MSG said.
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FLYERS | BRUINS |
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07TJTRN | #1B | PHIvBOS
In honor of the new Third Jersey Logo Tournament, I've got a fitting theme for today's concept art post. Check it out.
One cool suggestion for a Hurricanes alternate sweater could be achieved by going all black. I say change the black sweater cuffs to red and you've got yourself a winner. As for the Habs, this may not be perfect, but it's pretty damn close. I'm a big fan of this design. I'm curious to see what it would look like on the ice.
But back to black third jerseys, consider these.
I actually like this. But I was a big fan of the black and red days of the Sabres. They never looked better — especially in those red third jerseys.
And what about the Predators? Obviously, this design was created entirely based off of the Bruins' new sweaters, but it's not bad. I sort of like the 3D sabre-toothed tiger head, myself. But my preferences have never really been on par with most people. And I'm okay with that.
Finally, based off the idea of teams going with a retro look for alternate jerseys, how about something like this for Phoenix?
It's not like I hate the current look of the Coyotes, but I always thought they looked awesome in brick red and green. You have to admit, though, this jersey is pretty sharp looking.
But you probably disagree with me about something. Tell me about it below in the comments.
UPDATE (6:36 PM): Well our lovely designer Michaela got right on it with my suggestion to add red to her Canes concept above. Check it out.
I think it looks great with that small touch. Thoughts on that?
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MIGHTY DUCKS '95 | MIGHTY DUCKS '03 |
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07TJTRN | #1A | ANA95vANA03
