FIRE LUC

[Statue4Deano]

Luc really living up to the “it’s better to be lucky than good.”

 

[Bill Hicks]

I'm really not sure the organization cares that much. The kings were bought for what, $140M as an entry to the LA RE market. The team is now worth close to 3 billion, AEG built Crypto and LA live. They own arenas and other real estate the world over. The Kings are a tiny drop in a very big bucket and I'm not sure how much butts in seats really matter to AEG. A few million bucks one way or the other? Pocket change.

Maybe. But, more winning equals more money.
You'd think they'd remember that.

FIRE LUC.

 

[LAKingSteve]

The Kings got blown out of the building by Edmonton on Thursday. On Saturday over 18,000 fans showed up for the game against Calgary - the vast majority of fans simply don't care who the coach is or whether they are enabling a losing organization to remain stagnant.

I care - and I stopped financially supporting AEG 20+ years ago. Moog is absolutely correct. AEG only cares about butts in the seats. Until that stops nothing will change

A lot of people showed up for Filipino heritage night. That said, I keep hearing that the arena is half empty from some folks in Kings social media circles and that's simply not true. Yes, there are empty seats but while it's not near 18K people most nights, it's not anywhere near 9K. The big issue will be the reported deluge of STM that are not renewing. That's the bread and butter, guaranteed sales, and that's apparently taking a hit. There is also a lot more negative coverage on mainstream media. Those things will cause AEG to raise an eyebrow.

 

[What party?]

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It's time to replace Luc with this guy.

We've heard from the "pro furry" people. Not to kink shame but I thought you guys like wolves (or foxes) for some reason?

 

[Moog]

A lot of people showed up for Filipino heritage night. That said, I keep hearing that the arena is half empty from some folks in Kings social media circles and that's simply not true. Yes, there are empty seats but while it's not near 18K people most nights, it's not anywhere near 9K. The big issue will be the reported deluge of STM that are not renewing. That's the bread and butter, guaranteed sales, and that's apparently taking a hit. There is also a lot more negative coverage on mainstream media. Those things will cause AEG to raise an eyebrow.

True, but also tickets sold versus butts in seats are two different things.

But remember 44% - 56% of NHL teams revenue is from game day money spent by fans. (tickets, merch, concessions).

So voting with you wallet has an impact.

 

[PSP]

According to hockey-reference.com, the Kings attendance in 30 home games this season is 520,878 or an average of 17,363. That is 95.8% of the 18,118 capacity.

 

[PSP]

IMO, this thread should probably be renamed "Fire AEG". Honestly, I think Luc is just a popular figurehead along for the ride to give AEG an air of credibility. He likely has little actual day-to-day input into the hockey decisions made since those decisions defer to the financial bottom line.

 

[What party?]

IMO, this thread should probably be renamed "Fire AEG". Honestly, I think Luc is just a popular figurehead along for the ride to give AEG an air of credibility. He likely has little actual day-to-day input into the hockey decisions made since those decisions defer to the financial bottom line.

If AEG goes, this team will be contracted or moved. Enjoy them while they are still here.

 

[DryKing]

IMO, this thread should probably be renamed "Fire AEG". Honestly, I think Luc is just a popular figurehead along for the ride to give AEG an air of credibility. He likely has little actual day-to-day input into the hockey decisions made since those decisions defer to the financial bottom line.

Just trying to follow - AEG builds winners with their other franchises but is the reason the Kings are struggling? Last I checked they spent as much money as they are allowed to on players and have eaten, now, two coaching contracts in a row.

Luc is definitely a part of the problem and ultimately bears the responsibility. It's his job to choose the GM, Advisor to the GM and other key positions. He's not just a figurehead or member of the Board of Directors (in corporate terms).

 

[Moog]

Just trying to follow - AEG builds winners with their other franchises but is the reason the Kings are struggling? Last I checked they spent as much money as they are allowed to on players and have eaten, now, two coaching contracts in a row.

Luc is definitely a part of the problem and ultimately bears the responsibility. It's his job to choose the GM, Advisor to the GM and other key positions. He's not just a figurehead or member of the Board of Directors (in corporate terms).

Pretty much.
AEG has no issues writing checks. They do spend and spend.

However they really are not interested if the team wins or not.
The management vibe under AEG is basically "Wealthy dad who gives tons of money to his kids, but has no idea what they are doing, and does not care what they do with the money".

That's why the Luc and Rob show went on for so long.
Danny B. only steps in when the income starts to fall off.

FIRE LUC

 

[DryKing]

Pretty much.
AEG has no issues writing checks. They do spend and spend.

However they really are not interested if the team wins or not.
The management vibe under AEG is basically "Wealthy dad who gives tons of money to his kids, but has no idea what they are doing, and does not care what they do with the money".

That's why the Luc and Rob show went on for so long.
Danny B. only steps in when the income starts to fall off.

FIRE LUC

Well said and I can't argue with you there. End of day they are spending the money needed to win, but it really seems like it is all about profit and losses to them.