Former Montreal Canadiens Owner George Gillett Jr. Dies at 87
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Sep 23
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What happened
George Gillett Jr., former majority owner of the Montreal Canadiens, died at age 87. The Montreal Canadiens confirmed his passing. Gillett and Tom Hicks owned Liverpool FC from 2007 to 2010.
From globalnews.ca
Why it matters
The passing of a major sports owner impacts the ownership structure of major cultural institutions. The transition of assets and leadership roles within sports organizations could affect future investment and operational costs.
From globalnews.ca
Who's involved
- MolsonThe Canadian alcohol brewery involved in the ownership transition of the team.
- GillettThe deceased former majority owner of the Montreal Canadiens.
- MontrealThe largest city in Quebec, Canada, home to the Canadiens.
- Geoff MolsonThe current owner, president, and chief executive officer of the Montreal Canadiens.
- Tom HicksThe co-owner of Liverpool FC during the period 2007 to 2010.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- MolsonSpeculative
The company might benefit from the successful acquisition and ownership transition of the team.
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The entities involved
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Molson
Canadian alcohol brewery
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