https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-exploring-austin-houston-for-expansion-teamContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-exploring-austin-houston-for-expansion-teamhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-exploring-austin-houston-for-expansion-team#u21850Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:12:00 +0000Commissioner Gary Bettman announced the NHL is evaluating Houston and Austin for a second Texas franchise. The league is conducting a six-month feasibility study with billionaire Dan Friedkin and his family. This evaluation process is occurring during the 2026 offseason.What's confirmed:Commissioner Gary Bettman announced the NHL is exploring a second Texas franchise in either Houston or Austin.The NHL has agreed to a six-month feasibility study with billionaire Dan Friedkin and his family.The evaluation process begins during the 2026 offseason.Still unconfirmed:Local leaders cite corporate su https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-exploring-austin-houston-for-expansion-teamhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/nhl-exploring-austin-houston-for-expansion-team#u15728Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:36:59 +0000Commissioner Gary Bettman announced the NHL is exploring the addition of a franchise in either Houston or Austin. The league has agreed to a six-month feasibility study with billionaire Dan Friedkin and his family. This process begins during the 2026 offseason.What's confirmed:NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman stated the league is exploring expansion opportunities in Austin and Houston.The NHL agreed to terms with Dan Friedkin and his family to conduct a six-month feasibility study for a franchise in Houston or Austin.The investigation into a potential expansion franchise will occur during the 202