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National Hockey League seeking expansion in Houston and Austin as potential targets
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· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more information on the potential NHL expansion, readers can refer to the source, ABC13 Houston, for further details and updates as they become available from the meeting in New York.
In the world of professional sports, the National Hockey League is exploring expansion opportunities. Houston and Austin have been identified as potential targets for this expansion. Details about the potential expansion are limited, but it is known that the matter will be discussed further.
The discussion is set to take place at an upcoming meeting of the NHL board of governors. For more information on the potential NHL expansion, readers can refer to the source, ABC13 Houston, for further details and updates as they become available from the meeting in New York.
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Category: government Published: June 23, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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