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Will Houston or Austin land the NHL's next team?
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points The league's interest in Texas has been confirmed, but the outcome of the evaluation process is not yet known. The National Hockey League is considering Texas for its next expansion team.
The National Hockey League is considering Texas for its next expansion team. Investors are now assessing which city would be the most suitable location for a professional hockey team. Two cities in particular, Houston and Austin, are being evaluated as potential homes for the team.
Further details about the expansion and the decision-making process are available from the source. The league's interest in Texas has been confirmed, but the outcome of the evaluation process is not yet known.
The source provides more information about the potential expansion and the factors that will influence the decision about which city will land the team.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
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