I’ve been told by two people now that Global News made mention last night that Vancouver Canadians President Dan Kilgras has resigned.

We’ve yet to receive confirmation from the team or anyone close enough to Kilgras to give a definite yea or nay, and there isn’t mention of the story in any Vancouver printed press that I can find, nor in online sources, so please take this as unverified speculation and not hard, cold fact. As soon as I have definite word, one way or another, it’ll be on the blog, you can rest assured.

Personally, I’d be surprised if it were true, being as the team seems destined for some major changes in the coming few years with new owners and the Parks Board pumping dollars into Nat Bailey Stadium upgrades. That, combined with the knowledge that Kilgras (correct me if I’m wrong, someone) has a minor share in the team, make me doubt the validity of the rumor.

That said, we are talking short season ball - it’s hardly the career pinnacle for an ambitious sports exec, and Kilgras is a US citizen, so could conceivably be eager to settle south of the border… and let’s face it, new ownership at a sports team usually coincides with personnel changes down the line.

One thing is for certain, there’ll be some tumultuous times ahead as the new C’s owners put their stamp on the place - and personnel that keep it running. Watch this space.

In other news, Eric ‘Moonlight’ Sheridan, who played for a single game for the C’s in 2006 before being cut by Oakland, has been re-signed for season 2007 as a non-drafted free agent. He’ll likely rejoin the C’s when the season commences. (Thanks to Jeremy at the Roadkill Sports Blog for the tip)

UPDATE: I’m prepared to say the Kilgras resignation is now confirmed. Kilgras was reportedly on WX 1130 today confirming he’s left the club. Those who heard him on the air said everything seemed cordial and happy, but sources closer to the club are staying very much tight-lipped on the circumstances surrounding his exit, as there seems to be a little concern that maybe further changes are ahead. Expect the team to make an announcement tomorrow or the next day, but as of now, Notes From The Nat is saying yes - the position of Vancouver Canadians’ Team President is vacant.

And thanks to those folk who have emailed in with news to date - it’s appreciated.