""Without an arena, there isn't much to discuss." This statement from OHL commissioner Bryan Crawford underscores the critical need for Chatham-Kent to develop a suitable venue to move forward with their expansion aspirations."
""New OHL arenas do come with price tags of at least $150 million, but these can easily go up to $200 million depending on the project." This highlights the financial commitment required for Chatham-Kent to secure an OHL franchise."
Chatham-Kent is in the process of pursuing an OHL expansion franchise, but the lack of a suitable arena is a significant barrier. OHL commissioner Bryan Crawford confirmed the league's interest in expansion but emphasized that a new arena is essential for discussions to progress. The current Chatham Memorial Arena has a capacity of under 2,500, which is insufficient compared to other OHL venues. The league is open to expansion if Chatham-Kent invests in a new arena, with costs projected between $150 million and $200 million.
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