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Hip-hop artist and entrepreneur Snoop Dogg has joined businessman Neko Sparks' consortium bid to buy the Ottawa Senators, which could make Sparks the first Black owner in NHL history. The final price for the franchise could reach north of $1 billion, making it the richest sale in NHL history. Snoop's involvement could draw more fans and media attention to the Senators and help to monetize a potential new arena.
Rapper and entrepreneur Snoop Dogg has joined the ownership bid for the Ottawa Senators, led by entrepreneur Neko Sparks. The consortium includes more than a dozen investors, with the majority of the ownership group comprised of people of colour. Snoop is expected to use his celebrity power and status to amplify and grow the Ottawa Senators brand, and is particularly interested in growing and marketing hockey to families from diverse backgrounds. The next round of bids for the hockey team are due in two weeks.