GM Meetings Roundup: Bettman outlines next steps for Senators ownership

2 years ago  /  Sportsnet

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman will be discussing the future of the ownership with the late Eugene Melnyk's daughters and estate, he told reporters after the annual general managers meetings concluded in Palm Beach County, Fla., on Tuesday. Although he didn't want to get into specifics, Bettman told reporters he'd be discussing next steps with Melnyk's daughters, Anna and Olivia, as well as the executor of Melnyk's estate. Bettman said an ownership structure has been in place and anticipated the franchise to continue operating as it has. Other topics covered at the GMs meetings: World Cup of Hockey: Deputy commissioner Bill Daly gave a presentation on the "very preliminary plans" for the next World Cup, which has been projected to take place in 2024. Salary cap: GMs were told by the league that the salary cap is increasing $1 million, to $ million for next season....

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