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NHL eyes 2029-30 debut for expansion team in Houston or Austin
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points Further information is available from the source, theScore, regarding the league's plans. The National Hockey League is considering expansion, with a potential debut in the 2029-30 season.
The National Hockey League is considering expansion, with a potential debut in the 2029-30 season. Two cities are being eyed for the new team.
Further information is available from the source, theScore, regarding the league's plans.
Details about the expansion team are limited, but it is known that the NHL is looking at Houston or Austin as possible locations for the team, according to theScore.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
Source: theScore ·
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