NHL Expansion: One City Appears to Be Front-Runner While Quebec Nordiques Are Snubbed Again
As whispers continue in the NHL about a possible expansion process, fans of the Quebec Nordiques are watching.
It is known that there will eventually be an expansion; it really seems inevitable, and everyone wants to target the Quebec Nordiques, but it truly feels like Gary Bettman is looking in another direction.
In fact, in his latest article, the renowned Chris Johnston names two new smaller cities, and Quebec once again seems to be left aside.
One city seems to have already taken the lead.
Atlanta was represented at the NHL Board of Governors meeting
This is serious. See the passage in question:
- Chris Johnston
Don't be surprised if the Atlanta Thrashers return before the Quebec Nordiques. It really seems to be heading in that direction.
I find this unfortunate, and I really hoped to see the Quebec Nordiques return someday, but after the recent statement from Bill Daly, who is Gary Bettman's right-hand man, I've really lowered my expectations.
Basically, he said that the NBA had a bit of an edge over the NHL, already being established in 31 U.S. markets.
Clearly, Bettman's goal is mostly to expand into American markets, not Canadian ones, unfortunately.
And you, do you still believe in the return of the Quebec Nordiques via expansion?
Do you think Gary Bettman and Bill Daly would agree to make it happen if the right group steps forward?
