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NHL exploring Texas expansion in Houston or Austin with billionaire Dan Friedkin and family
By Stephen Whyno, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 4 min read
The NHL is exploring potential expansion in Texas in either Houston or Austin under an agreement with billionaire Dan Friedkin and his family, Commissioner Gary Bettman said Tuesday.Bettman said the Board of Governors executive committee endorsed a term sheet agreed to with the Friedkins over the...
Key takeaway 5 billion, according to Bettman, who said discussions over the past two years largely revolved around Houston before Austin joined the conversation.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The NHL's exploration of expansion opportunities in Houston and Austin raises questions about the potential impact on the San Antonio area. As a community within the larger San Antonio metropolitan area, Alamo Heights may see increased interest in hockey if a team were to be established in either Houston or Austin. The success of teams in non-traditional hockey markets, such as Dallas and Nashville, suggests that there is a strong appetite for the sport in the southern United States. If the NHL were to expand to Houston or Austin, it could lead to increased exposure and participation in hockey at the local level, potentially benefiting youth hockey programs and ice rinks in the San Antonio area, including Alamo Heights. The potential for pre-season games or tournaments to be held in San Antonio could also be a possibility, bringing economic benefits to the local community.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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