Mavericks say conflicts at enviornment might trigger playoff video games to be performed with out followers

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. (KCTV) – As the Kansas City Mavericks embark on one other run via the Kelly Cup Playoffs, a scheduling snag has the franchise planning for the potential of fanless video games.

The Mavericks shared a word with followers Friday about a problem going through them if the Mountain Division Finals attain a Game 6 or 7 — which might, if not for the problems, be hosted by the Mavericks at Cable Dahmer Arena.

“Due to circumstances beyond the organization’s control, any potential Games 6 and 7 of this series will be held at Independence Community Ice,” the Mavericks stated. “Regrettably, these games will not be open to the public. We fully understand the significance of playoff hockey and the desire of our fans to be part of these critical moments.”

The Mountain Division Finals’ Game 6 and seven are scheduled, if vital, for May 19 and 20. According to Cable Dahmer Arena’s web site, these nights the world shall be occupied by commencement ceremonies for Lee’s Summit North and Lee’s Summit West.

“Please know that this situation has been as difficult for the organization as it is for our supporters,” the Mavericks word to followers learn. “However, adhering to strict occupancy limitations at the alternate venue, there is no fair or equitable way to accommodate the demand of our loyal fanbase. We recognize the disappointment and frustration this may cause and sincerely regret that we are unable to provide access to all who wish to attend.”

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas proposed another answer to the crew’s challenge.

“I mean, even with a conflict at the (T-Mobile Center), we can figure out extra sports for y’all,” Lucas wrote in a repost on X. “Municipal, OG Kemper. Hate to not see fans.”

A Mavericks crew official advised KCTV the group has exhausted all efforts to search out one other enviornment however couldn’t discover a completely different web site that would host an expert hockey sport with followers.

Cable Dahmer Arena is scheduled to be the house of the Mavericks via the 2028-29 ECHL season, following a three-year contract extension that was agreed to this February.

The Mavericks have performed at Cable Dahmer Arena for the reason that 2009-10 season, when it was generally known as the Independence Events Center. During that point, the Mavericks have received three common season titles, three division titles, and one Kelly Cup title.

Game 1 of the Mavericks’ collection with the Allen Americans begins Saturday, May 9 at 7:05 p.m. at Cable Dahmer Arena.