NHL Eyes Texas Expansion With Friedkin Family's Deep Pockets

The NHL is seriously exploring bringing professional hockey to Texas, with billionaire Dan Friedkin and his family emerging as potential ownership candidates for either Houston or Austin. This isn't idle speculation - the league is actively working with one of the wealthiest families in sports to make expansion happen in the Lone Star State. The financial firepower and market potential here could reshape the NHL's footprint in the South.