Alexander Cup

[3][4] At the 1950 general meeting, the CAHA decided that its five best calibre senior leagues would compete for a new trophy at a higher level than the Allan Cup.

[6] The National Hockey League (NHL) did not approve of the Major Series proposal, since it meant they would lose control of players already on reserve lists.

[13] The CAHA ratified an agreement reached with the NHL which set a deadline of January 15 for drafting players from the Major Series with exceptions only for emergency replacements.

[14] The Quebec Senior Hockey League demanded a better deal to remain amateur and part of the Major Series and later chose to leave CAHA jurisdiction, become professional and discontinue competition for the Alexander Cup.

George ruled out competing for the Allan Cup due to the semi-professional nature of the league and suggested a different trophy be awarded.