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Houston Still Front-Runner, But Bettman’s Praise Pushes Atlanta Further Into NHL Expansion Mix
For months now, the notion of NHL expansion hasn’t been on the league’s front burner, but don’t take that to mean expansion ...
NHL Open to Return to Atlanta
When speaking to reporters at Amerant Bank Arena in Florida on Friday night, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman only added fuel to ...
Gary Bettman says there’s ‘interest’ in potential NHL expansion to Atlanta, but no timetable
I think it’s a different place than when the Flames and the Thrashers left,” the NHL commissioner said of Atlanta on Friday.
“We’re getting expressions of interest”: Gary Bettman hints NHL's keen interest in coming back to Atlanta as expansion negotiations intensify
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has acknowledged ongoing discussions about potentially expanding the league to Atlanta, specifically Forsyth County. Ent ...
NHL commissioner says Atlanta is 'different' now, past hockey failures have no bearing on future expansion potential
ATLANTA — Nothing is imminent, but positive signs continue to emerge for a possible NHL expansion into the Atlanta market.
Gary Bettman Speaks Favorably of Atlanta NHL Return As Expansion Speculation Swirls
First came the Atlanta Flames in 1973, playing at the Omni Coliseum. Attendance was a challenge, and the team bolted for Calgary after eight seasons. The Atlanta Thrashers, too, fled north to Winnipeg ...
Gary Bettman drops truth bomb on potential Atlanta expansion
Gary Bettman says the NHL’s two failed attempts at housing a team in Atlanta won’t prevent the league from considering the ...
Third time's a charm: Bettman discusses possible Atlanta expansion
Gary Bettman did nothing to quell belief that the National Hockey League is getting serious about expanding to Atlanta.