It's hasn't been that long since Atlanta lost its second hockey franchise, but that isn't preventing the Carolina Hurricanes and Nashville Predators from trying to lure the fans of the nonexistent franchise.
A source told ESPN.com on Friday that both teams are exploring the possibility of having their games broadcasted in the Atlanta area for the 2011-12 season. The teams have already spoken to Fox Sports and the league about the possibility.
Nashville is taking things a little father by creating an advertising campaign that's aimed at Thrashers fans, with the catchphrase "Thrash to Smash." The campaign will sell ticket plans for a weekend game once a month and hotel packages. Predators CEO Jeff Cogen said he does not know how the ticket plans will be sold yet, but a few plans have already been sold.
"It's sort of an awkward situation, if you will," Cogen told ESPN.com.
