NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly confirms third group eyes Atlanta expansion team
ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 1:19 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
The NHL is currently in communication with a third investment group interested in securing an expansion franchise for Atlanta. Deputy commissioner Bill Daly confirmed the ongoing talks on Wednesday. This development represents the latest attempt to re-establish a professional hockey presence in the market. The league continues to evaluate potential expansion opportunities as various interested parties emerge. Further details regarding the identity of the group or a specific timeline for formal proposals have not been disclosed at this time.
- •Bill Daly confirmed interest from a third expansion group in Atlanta.
- •The NHL is actively in talks with the interested parties.
- •Atlanta previously hosted the Thrashers until their 2011 relocation.
- •No formal timeline for team expansion was provided.
- 2:00 AMESPN NHL — NHL's Daly says 3rd group seeks Atlanta expansion team
"The NHL is in talks with a third group seeking to bring an expansion team to Atlanta, deputy commissioner Bill Daly told ESPN on Wednesday.
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