If NHL Comes to Austin or Houston, Where's Game One?

The NHL's potential expansion into Texas is more than just a business question - it's about finding the right building and the right city to launch a franchise that could reshape the league's geography. Both Austin and Houston have the market size and infrastructure to support professional hockey, but the venue question is crucial to getting this right from day one. Exploring where the first puck would drop reveals the practical realities behind what seems like an inevitable expansion move.