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NHL exploring Texas expansion opportunities in Houston and Austin, AP source says
Summary by Barton Creek News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: STEPHEN WHYNO, Associated Press , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories
· June 23, 2026
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Key points For more information on this story, readers in Barton Creek can refer to the original report from The Associated Press, which provides further context about the NHL's exploration of expansion opportunities in Texas. A person with knowledge of the decision has informed The Associated Press that the NHL is considering expansion to Texas.
A person with knowledge of the decision has informed The Associated Press that the NHL is considering expansion to Texas. This development was shared on Tuesday, the same day the league's Board of Governors held their annual meeting.
The meeting occurred after the Stanley Cup Final and before the draft. Details about the potential expansion are limited, but it is known that Houston and Austin are among the possibilities being explored.
For more information on this story, readers in Barton Creek can refer to the original report from The Associated Press, which provides further context about the NHL's exploration of expansion opportunities in Texas.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories ·
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