kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 A tiny bit of good news amidst all the trade day speculation. Just came across this gem online.... "The Ilitches' development company gets naming rights in the complex deal to build the arena, but it could be months before a decision is made on what to call the building. 'We have not finalized that," [Christopher] Illitch told WJR's Paul W. Smith. "We refer to it just as we've been referring to it externally, which is the Detroit event center. That's our working name for now. Of course we'll be working through all those details within the coming months.'" While it's no guarantee that this means the new arena won't get a corporate name, it's a really good start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings87 1,290 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 They should name it. The house that Cleary Built. 4 kipwinger, Z and D for the C, unsaddleddonald and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.Low 1,011 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Mike Ilitch Ice Arena. He deserves it. 1 holyjumpin reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Mike Ilitch Ice Arena. He deserves it. I generally agree with most things you say, but no thanks on this. I'm not a big fan of personality deification. I'd prefer something that reflects the city/people of Detroit. s***, I'd be happy with something like Hockeytown Arena, Motor City Center, etc. If we absolutely have to name it after an individual then we should name it after a true Detroit hero...like Kid Rock or the Insane Clown Posse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BottleOfSmoke 5,965 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Hampus Melen Arena 6 Z Winged Dangler, kipwinger, evilmrt and 3 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Hampus Melen Arena Foreshadowing a once in a lifetime career? p.s. Hampus Melen sounds like the name of a totally wicked Scandinavian Metal band. 1 Z Winged Dangler reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWingsRox 614 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 If IKEA was smart, they would buy the naming rights. 1 wings87 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S.H.M.B. 25 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Larry Aurie Arena Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickieDunn 2,571 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 (edited) Mike Ilitch Ice Arena. He deserves it. I generally agree with most things you say, but no thanks on this. I'm not a big fan of personality deification. I'd prefer something that reflects the city/people of Detroit. s***, I'd be happy with something like Hockeytown Arena, Motor City Center, etc. If we absolutely have to name it after an individual then we should name it after a true Detroit hero...like Kid Rock or the Insane Clown Posse You mean like Briggs Stadium, Comiskey Park, Wrigley Field, Ebbets Field, and Joe Louis Arena? And yes, those musicians did waaaaay more for Detroit than Mr. I. Edited March 2, 2014 by DickieDunn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.Low 1,011 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 I generally agree with most things you say, but no thanks on this... :tounge2z: That's it, dude, we are SO done! I'm not a big emoticon guy, but there are so many pricks on this forum I am compelled to make double sure people know when I'm joking. :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Gordie Howe Arena. Take the statue from inside the Joe and place it outside. Probably won't be a hockey player, but if it were no better choice then Mr Hockey. 1 Marxx71 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Mike Illitch plaza Hockeytown place Gordie Howe Arena Yzerman dome Lidstrom capitol Just name it after the city or a famous Wing no corporate s*** please Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeymom1960 5,107 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 The Coliseum of course 1 Travis reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PumpkinEscobar 136 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 I hope they come back with Olympia but it will be some corporate sponsor who will pay big bucks for the naming rights Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjr2012 439 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 The Winged Wheel Center Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JasonNewEra 84 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 I have been calling it the, "New Olympia Center" since I heard about this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,524 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 You mean like Briggs Stadium, Comiskey Park, Wrigley Field, Ebbets Field, and Joe Louis Arena? And yes, those musicians did waaaaay more for Detroit than Mr. I. I understand that those stadiums where named after individuals. Personally I don't like it because it deflects from the community. You're welcome to disagree. As far as the Kid Rock/ICP comment...I was being a smart ass. Lighten up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shaman 713 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 The Money Pit, both after the movie, and what it is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsyukianDekes 2,428 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 The "We Like Our Team Arena" 4 Detroit \# 1 Fan, Spongewingredpants, 55fan and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spongewingredpants 75 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 I agree with one of the posters but I think "Dan Cleary Arena" has a better ring The "We Like Our Team Arena" will there be a "kicking the tires" area in this arena ;-) 2 55fan and DatsyukianDekes reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sabaton617 28 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Not being from Detroit, what are the plans for Joe Louis Arena? Will it be razed? If so, is there any discussion of using the same name for the new arena? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MabusIncarnate 5,344 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 "3rd Period Implosion Arena" I don't see it being anything creative, it will get sponsored and be something obnoxious like "Geico Fifteen Minute Forum". 4 55fan, DatsyukianDekes, brooklynsour and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,961 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 I am sticking with my original thought: Cadillac Centre... named after the founder of Detroit and they could throw some pretty nice cars in the lobby as well... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Olympia Entertainment Center Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Not being from Detroit, what are the plans for Joe Louis Arena? Will it be razed? If so, is there any discussion of using the same name for the new arena? I think the smart thing would be to turn it into a public skating indoor arena and of course rentable for future hockey teams, a city can't have enough hockey rinks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites