The Ultimate NHL Arena Showdown: Which Teams’ Home Ice Reigns Supreme—and Which Fail to Impress?
The Scotiabank Saddledome had its day, but is ready to be replaced. (Derek Leung / Getty Images)
25. Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary
Capacity:
19,289
Opened:
1983
Location: 8.1 (22nd)
Amenities: 5.9 (31st)
Atmosphere: 6.4 (26th)
Affordability: 6.1 (11th)
Fan score: 6.2 (27th)
Beat writer score: 6.7 (13th)
Overall: 6.3
There was actually a ton of love for the old ‘Dome in the fans’ comments, but it also came with acknowledgement that it’s time for an upgrade. The only category that Calgary’s throwback barn scored well in was affordability, with fans pointing out they can often get tickets for a song on a game night.
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