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Houston, Austin in consideration for NHL expansion franchise
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· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the potential NHL expansion into Texas can be found through local news sources, including KPRC 2 Click2Houston, which has more details on the emerging story.
The National Hockey League is moving forward with expansion plans in Texas. Houston and Austin have been identified as top contenders for a new franchise. This development comes after a recent meeting of the NHL Board of Governors in New York.
The league's commissioner made an announcement regarding the expansion process. Further information on the potential NHL expansion into Texas can be found through local news sources, including KPRC 2 Click2Houston, which has more details on the emerging story.
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Category: government Published: June 23, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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