However, his ruse worked to his advantage in negotiating with the Ottawa HC. When it became clear that the Aberdeen would not be converted back to hockey, Rosenthal gave up his share of the hockey club. As part of an agreement reached out, Dey and Gorman now became equal partners in the new 'Ottawa Arena Club' which would operate the Ottawa hockey club in the NHL.
However, his deception proved beneficial in negotiating with the Ottawa HC. When it became apparent that the Aberdeen would not be converted back to hockey, Rosenthal relinquished his stake in the hockey club. As part of a mutually agreed-upon arrangement, Dey and Gorman now shared equal ownership in the new 'Ottawa Arena Club', which would manage the Ottawa hockey club in the NHL.