With a deal for a new $2 billion arena in Virginia stalled, Wizards and Capitals owner Ted Leonsis finds himself in a predicament: He may have to go back to the negotiating table with D.C., whose offer of $500 million for renovations to an existing arena he already spurned — or find another potential suitor.
Does that mean Maryland could become an option for the sports and entertainment district he envisions?
It’s not likely. But a source with direct knowledge of the situation told The Baltimore Banner that Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Leonsis discussed the idea of bringing the NBA and NHL teams to Maryland after Virginia lawmakers left out plans for a new Wizards and Capitals arena from the state budget this month.
