The Atlanta Thrashers could be coming back to the NHL
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The NHL is one of the most rapidly growing professional sports leagues in the world.
Elliotte Friedman's recent 32 Thoughts blog post has ignited electrifying conversation in the NHL, highlighting the league's desire to expand its demographic in the United States.
Rumors within hockey circles have long identified Atlanta and Houston as prime candidates for NHL expansion. Both cities boast thriving sports cultures, state-of-the-art arenas, and untapped fan bases eager for a taste of professional hockey. Atlanta, in particular, presents a compelling case for a NHL franchise. The city's rapid growth and diverse population create a fertile market for the league's expansion ambitions.
Jets fans will remember the Atlanta Thrashers very well. The emergence of the Jets 2.0 was seeded by the demise of the Thrashers back in 2011, along with transfer their entire roster. Now, reports suggest that the city of Atlanta has now become a front runner for an NHL team.
The NHL's expansion plans are gaining momentum, and while the exact timeline remains uncertain, the league's trajectory is clear. Atlanta and Houston have emerged as the early frontrunners, while Quebec City faces an agonizing wait for its NHL dreams to materialize.
These reports have enraged NHL fans in Quebec who believe that the Nordiques should be the next team to be considered for expansion.
Quebec City's hopes of reclaiming the Nordiques appear increasingly bleak. Despite the city's rich hockey heritage and vocal fan base, the NHL's current priorities lie elsewhere.
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28 AOUT | 131 ANSWERS The Atlanta Thrashers could be coming back to the NHL Will the Trashers come back to the NHL? | ||
| Yes | 40 | 30.5 % |
| No | 91 | 69.5 % |
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