The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, citing unidentified sources, reported that the sides have reached agreement on terms for a new arena that will be ready for operation for the 2009-10 season. A spokesman for Mayor Luke Ravenstahl said he knew nothing of a deal.
This is great news for Pitts fans and the NHL as as a whole. Also gives Sid "the Kid" a fighting chance to eclipse Pens legends Lemieux and Jagr in the team records dept. If the Pens can keep their young talent they could go on a three stanley cup streak starting next year. This year they're still not ready.
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