Tickets to Toronto Maple Leafs games regularly sell out, despite a relatively high price.The Pheonix Coyotes have struggled financially for years.What is an economic reason why the National Hockey League would prevent the Coyotes from moving to the greater Toronto area?
A)The commisioner of the league is from the southern US.
B)The Toronto City Council refuses to grant permission.
C)The National Hockey League understands that a new team in Toronto could reduce the Maple Leaf's profits.
D)A second team in Toronto would be too confusing for fans.

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The National Hockey League understands that allowing a new team in the greater Toronto area could potentially reduce the profits of the Maple Leafs by creating competition for ticket sales and merchandise. Therefore, they may prevent the Coyotes from moving to that area in order to protect the profitability of one of their most successful teams.

Tickets to Toronto Maple Leafs Games Regularly Sell Out, Despite