Hammered a Lot Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Last week, a Buffalo Bills Fan Based site reported that the Buffalo Bills have bought land from multiple people around the Ralph. Some of the info was incorrect. I have kept this under wraps as no deal is complete until $$ have been exchanged. My sources have confirmed that this business transaction has taken place. What will become of this land ......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB3 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 I like the sound of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodbuster Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Now, are we looking at a new stadium, or is this going to be more of a Harborcenter/Patriot Place type of complex on the campus of the Ralph? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDIGGZ Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Didn't a thread like this get shut down last week? Big brother is watching!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iinii Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Didn't a thread like this get shut down last week? Big brother is watching!... all the time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Formerly_of_Roch Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Extension of Harborcenter to be ahead of global warming Now, are we looking at a new stadium, or is this going to be more of a Harborcenter/Patriot Place type of complex on the campus of the Ralph? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodbuster Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Didn't a thread like this get shut down last week? Big brother is watching!...I think last week it was still kinda speculation. But now it's kind of official? Something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eball Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 While the concept of a downtown stadium was exciting to me, I'll freely admit I'm also happy if a new stadium complex is built in OP and the tailgating tradition continues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beerme1 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Well I guess this is the way to grow the HarborCenter complex and build the new Arena in the cobblestone district. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Without the volume and location the speculation is pretty speculative even by our standards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I'm Spartacus Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 This can only happen after the twin span of the Peace Bridge is built. Maybe in 2050 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillnutinHouston Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Without the volume and location the speculation is pretty speculative even by our standards Agreed. The photo I remember seeing of two stakes on some patch of grass wasn't exactly awe-inspiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Paulson Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Without the volume and location the speculation is pretty speculative even by our standards the packers are doing the same thing in green bay- tore down a ratty motel and some other eyesores and are partners in a new brewpub, retail, high end hotel should be partially open for this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Didn't a thread like this get shut down last week? Big brother is watching!... SDS = Russ Brandon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy10 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 I heard from a few sources (on this site and in real life) that the mud lot off 20A was to be transacted to the Bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reed83HOF Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Without the volume and location the speculation is pretty speculative even by our standards That is what we do best... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) He just needs a better place to land his jet. I mean having the driver take you 30 minutes from prior aviation??? What kind of Schlubb lives with that? Edited May 4, 2016 by over 20 years of fanhood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammered a Lot Posted May 4, 2016 Author Share Posted May 4, 2016 I think last week it was still kinda speculation. But now it's kind of official? Something like that. Something like that. From what I hear, what will happen on this land will be pretty cool and you don't get cool unless you spend mucho dinero. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RussellDopeland Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Maybe Orchard Park just happens to sit above a large shale deposit. Can't wait for the "Noco Express Mart Stadium Football & Fracking Center@ Ralph Wilson Place". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsidethebox Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Maybe Orchard Park just happens to sit above a large shale deposit. Can't wait for the "Noco Express Mart Stadium Football & Fracking Center@ Ralph Wilson Place".That has a nice ring to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jr1 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 that's the land for the data center for Doug's new porn site Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Until the AP tells us the new stadium is NOT, in fact, being built in NF...I refuse to believe otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transient Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Maybe Orchard Park just happens to sit above a large shale deposit. Can't wait for the "Noco Express Mart Stadium Football & Fracking Center@ Ralph Wilson Place". Glenn's extension must have broke the bank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Day 10 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 IMO, building, or renovating long-term in-place in OP makes the most sense on nearly every front. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Something like that. From what I hear, what will happen on this land will be pretty cool and you don't get cool unless you spend mucho dinero. Care to share? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Something like that. From what I hear, what will happen on this land will be pretty cool and you don't get cool unless you spend mucho dinero. was the initial vague post not getting enough attention? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 IMO, building, or renovating long-term in-place in OP makes the most sense on nearly every front. It's a major step backwards, and a huge blow to the revitalization movement occurring in Buffalo. Terry and Kim would be idiots to not connect a new stadium to the FNC and rapid transit system. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanker Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 SDS = Russ Brandon I did not know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwight in philly Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) IMO, building, or renovating long-term in-place in OP makes the most sense on nearly every front. i totally agree.. all the talk of a downtown stadium is "pie in the sky" Bass Pro thinking.. look what happened when the powers that be woke up .. and realized Bass Pro was not the panecea. now, you have canalside. a stadium IMHO would just jumble the whole area up traffic.. keep the Bills in OP. Edited May 4, 2016 by dwight in philly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Day 10 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) It's a major step backwards, and a huge blow to the revitalization movement occurring in Buffalo. Terry and Kim would be idiots to not connect a new stadium to the FNC and rapid transit system. I disagree. An NFL stadium, lots, and 'campus' is a waste of space in the downtown area in a market such as Buffalo. 10 home games a season, maybe a couple other events. If we can be the 'magnet' for consistent/huge events like Jerry World or Lucas Oil are, then I would. The problem is, the stadium here wont be able to attract and sell out that many events. You also would have to pour a ton of money into demo and infrastructure. Displacing businesses and people. Awful traffic issues, etc. Save money and the premium downtown space. Build a really nice convention center down there as well as a brick-and-mortar amphitheater. Edited May 4, 2016 by May Day 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaskerTough Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 I hope you shut-ins see whats happening here!! Terry is building Packers 2. Keeping/growing talent, building upon our elderly, well loved stadium... As Godgula ages, he will begin to unveil his plan to sell the team to the fans. His rich man status will have endeared him to the league so much, they'll lapse their ban on the fan-owned model. We'll spend every penny we have to 'buy' the team, knowing full well we don't get any money back... but we wont care, we'll have the Bills forever. The Bills will literally be ours. Praise him my friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog69 Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Interesting, for sure. But still not guaranteeing that the stadium remains there. Could be speculative land acquisition for future development once new stadium is build downtown and the Ralph is demolished. Who knows. But certainly interesting to think about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machine gun kelly Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Tasked - a little early to be hittin the Kettle 1 straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) I disagree. An NFL stadium, lots, and 'campus' is a waste of space in the downtown area in a market such as Buffalo. 10 home games a season, maybe a couple other events. If we can be the 'magnet' for consistent/huge events like Jerry World or Lucas Oil are, then I would. The problem is, the stadium here wont be able to attract and sell out that many events. You also would have to pour a ton of money into demo and infrastructure. Displacing businesses and people. Awful traffic issues, etc. Save money and the premium downtown space. Build a really nice convention center down there as well as a brick-and-mortar amphitheater. There's always a million reasons to not do something (classic Buffalo thinking), but you havent mentioned anything that can't be addressed and improved. Pegula built 2 new ice rinks right next to the one that already exists and he owns, and he has Harborcenter booked with events. For just ice skating! Buffalo/Erie Country/NYS would need to swing a deal where Pegula funds a portion (if not majority, if not all of it) himself. Traffic couldnt be any worse than at RWS where you basically only have 2 ways of getting there. This would also cover the convention center and amphitheater as well. It needs to be an entire complex. FNC, HarborCenter, CanalSide, New Stadium, waterfront, and public transit. Along with stores and restaurants in the adjacent buildings. Edited May 4, 2016 by DrDareustein Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sodbuster Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 Something like that. From what I hear, what will happen on this land will be pretty cool and you don't get cool unless you spend mucho dinero.I hope it's a Buffalo Bills themed indoor water park! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaskerTough Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) Tasked - a little early to be hittin the Kettle 1 straight. lol - caught me. but it don't make this fever dream any less beautiful. Green Bay Bills aside: Downtown = probably, worse tailgating. So.. it's a non-starter until I'm assured otherwise. Edited May 4, 2016 by TaskerTough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyHorseAteTheKid Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 And Amusement Park... They are bringing back The Comet!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick in* england Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 To be clear - as long as Hammers Lot is still Hammers Lot - then all is good with the world. Is it August yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwight in philly Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) There's always a million reasons to not do something (classic Buffalo thinking), but you havent mentioned anything that can't be addressed and improved. Pegula built 2 new ice rinks right next to the one that already exists and he owns, and he has Harborcenter booked with events. For just ice skating! Buffalo/Erie Country/NYS would need to swing a deal where Pegula funds a portion (if not majority, if not all of it) himself. Traffic couldnt be any worse than at RWS where you basically only have 2 ways of getting there. This would also cover the convention center and amphitheater as well. It needs to be an entire complex. FNC, HarborCenter, CanalSide, New Stadium, waterfront, and public transit. Along with stores and restaurants in the adjacent buildings. simple question.. what do you do with a huge stadium downtown for 42 weeks a year? after the season. Edited May 4, 2016 by dwight in philly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted May 4, 2016 Share Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) Story from Scout.com http://www.scout.com/nfl/bills/story/1667592-report-bills-buying-land-around-ralph @jeremywgr LRT - Source tells me the Bills are planning to build a new/additional grass practice field space. (Nothing about a stadium, etc) Edited May 4, 2016 by YoloinOhio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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