Edition No. 81 · Fri 11 Sept 2026 · Story 17 of 23
"NHL Readies Sun Belt Expansion, but Georgia Isn't Done Deal"
Front Office Sports
The NHL has a formal agreement with Dan Friedkin to explore an expansion team in Houston or Austin for 2029-30.
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