Despite the Powell River Kings being up for sale, relocation doesn’t appear to be the plan for the team.
Cosmos Sports and Entertainment is leading the sale of the team, and President Cary Kaplan said he is hopeful the team will remain in the community after the sale.
Kaplan said the current ownership has realized a change is needed from an overall business standpoint.
“I think there’s thought of getting someone who is solid and committed to keeping the team in the community long term and also grow more successfully both on and off the ice, so I think there’s a real opportunity for the right individual or group to come in and take the Kings to another level.”
The sale was announced Thursday, with a news release calling it a defining moment in the franchise’s history.
The team was brought to Powell River in 1988 and rebranded to the Kings name in 1998.
“It’s a great place to have a hockey team, despite some struggles, there’s a very passionate community and there’s a lot of support locally for a successful team.”
Cosmos Sports is seeking expressions of interest from interested individuals or parties, which can be sent to kings@cosmossports.com.
