Proposed Plan Revealed: Capitals and Wizards to Move to Virginia
TL;DR
Project leaders have revealed details of a proposed plan to move the Washington Capitals and Wizards to a 70-acre site in Potomac Yard, Alexandria, Virginia. The plan includes a new dual-use arena, a Monumental Sports Network media studio, a Wizards practice facility, a performing arts venue, an expanded esports facility, and more. The proposed site would be located near the Potomac Yard - VT Metro Station and Virginia Tech's Innovation Campus. If approved, construction could begin in 2025, with the teams starting games in 2028. The $2 billion investment is expected to generate 30,000 jobs and have a $12 billion economic impact.
Topics:top-newssports#alexandria#potomac-yard#sports#virginia#washington-capitals#washington-wizards
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