A rumor is circulating that Craig Leipold and the proposed local ownership group for the Preds are scheduled to meet with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman today. Reportedly Leipold may sign a letter of intent to sell the team to the Nashville group:

I have received word from a great source that Craig Leipold will be meeting Gary Bettman on Wednesday morning in New York, along with representatives from the potential local ownership group.

According to the source, Leipold is planning on signing a letter of intent to sell the franchise, either to the local group or to “Boots” Del Biaggio at or after this meeting. Given that members of the Nashville group will be accompanying Mr. Leipold to New York, one can assume that Kansas City will have to wait for the team that they quite possibly have been promised.

This would be great news and a huge shot in the arm for Nashville if it turns out to be true. It would not change the reality that the community, especially the business sector, needs to continue to rally to support this team. My fingers are crossed for good news from Manhattan today.