jimmy10 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 According to Wawrow, a prospective candidate might be identified by the end of July. I'm sure if that happens, someone will leak it well before the vote in October. I agree. It would seem once all the other owners are let in on it, that's too many people in the know for it to stay contained. Can anyone recall how previous franchise purchases have gone? Has info leaked before formal approval? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted June 19, 2014 Author Share Posted June 19, 2014 I agree. It would seem once all the other owners are let in on it, that's too many people in the know for it to stay contained. Can anyone recall how previous franchise purchases have gone? Has info leaked before formal approval? With the Browns, it was a surprise when Haslam was announced but OTOH no one was even aware the team was for sale.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubes Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 With the Browns, it was a surprise when Haslam was announced but OTOH no one was even aware the team was for sale.... Yeah, probably a bit different situation than an open bidding like this one. Damn this is going to be a long month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SF Bills Fan Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 According to Wawrow, a prospective candidate might be identified by the end of July. I'm sure if that happens, someone will leak it well before the vote in October. This thing will be leakier than the Titanic after the iceberg strike. I am certain we will know exactly how it is going. If it is looking bad, watch the politicians start making threats. If you hear them start that, it is time to worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRQ_BillsFan Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Can I put it on my SNAP card. What's a SNAP card? I have an old AM&A's card. It doesn't have an expiration, I'm sure it's still good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 (edited) This thing will be leakier than the Titanic after the iceberg strike. I am certain we will know exactly how it is going. If it is looking bad, watch the politicians start making threats. If you hear them start that, it is time to worry. I'd normally agree, but in this case, since the bids are NDI, it wouldn't really be in the bidders and/or politicians best interested to start running their mouths if someone non-favorable was out in front. If the news came from a media outlet and then they started to make threats, then I could support that. But yes, I think information is going to be getting dropped quite a bit come the next few weeks. Edited June 19, 2014 by The Wiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan-4-Ever Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 is that USD or YEN? PLEASE someone OUTBID The Donald. I saw a bit where plastered his name on a new building in Chicago. Imagine seeing that on every trip to the Ralph!! :sick: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 (edited) is that USD or YEN? Deutsch marks is that USD or YEN? PLEASE someone OUTBID The Donald. I saw a bit where plastered his name on a new building in Chicago. Imagine seeing that on every trip to the Ralph!! :sick: You really think the don would spend money to have his name on the stadium and not roll someone over for every dime they had for naming rights? Edited June 19, 2014 by The Wiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan-4-Ever Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 You really think the don would spend money to have his name on the stadium and not roll someone over for every dime they had for naming rights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 There is just one bid to rule the others: El Pegual. A question comes to mind though...could Pegula own both the Sabres and the Bills? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 A question comes to mind though...could Pegula own both the Sabres and the Bills? only if the Sabres were coming off the worst season I franchise history, coupled with the 3rd new moon of the year on Groundhog Day. But that's only if Vile Leno is on the team....DAMN!!!! We were almost in the clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delete This Account Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I keep hearing an emphasis on parties wanting the team to be sold sooner than later. And though there could be hiccups in the process, so far the timetable proposed in the AP story, though somewhat ambitious, remains an objective. jw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I keep hearing an emphasis on parties wanting the team to be sold sooner than later. And though there could be hiccups in the process, so far the timetable proposed in the AP story, though somewhat ambitious, remains an objective. jw That's good to hear, jw. The sooner the better as far as most of us are concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 A question comes to mind though...could Pegula own both the Sabres and the Bills? Stop it Mr. Fan Advisory! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDIGGZ Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 I keep hearing an emphasis on parties wanting the team to be sold sooner than later. And though there could be hiccups in the process, so far the timetable proposed in the AP story, though somewhat ambitious, remains an objective. jw if a candidate is selected next month do you think we will hear about it? July until Oct is going to be a long wait otherwise. I'm hoping the juicy details leak out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 (edited) One building out of billions vs 32 NFL stadiums. I think naming rights on an NFL stadium pull in more cash than a hotel name. And now that I say that knowing he is as arrogant as he is he would probably do it. Edited June 19, 2014 by The Wiz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheZone78 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Hi John, why the rush on the sales process? Other than just wanting to get it done, wondering what the reason is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebandit27 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Hi John, why the rush on the sales process? Other than just wanting to get it done, wondering what the reason is? Stadiums take time to vet, design, an build, and time is a factor here as far as the lease is concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Things Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 So, I'm assuming that this is a normal tendering process, where each prospective buyer can submit one bid, right? In other words... the bidders can't raise their bids if higher ones come in, like in an auction? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleveland Rocks? Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Great news! Does it feel like the beginning of a new era for your team? It definitely does from the outside. Good luck and may the BEST owner win!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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