Gary Bettman spoke about NHL expansion in an interview with @SBJ ⬇️

Gary Bettman is gearing up for his 34th season as NHL commissioner 🏒 He sat down with our @AlexMSilverman to discuss expansion, media rights, international growth, succession planning and more. Interview: ow.ly/zPcZ50ZRsmQ

Commissioner Gary Bettman tells @SBJ in his @NHL season preview Q&A that he intends to monitor whether no-trade protection "has been abused." He also said that among owners skeptical of expansion, key concerns may be price and "competitive issues." sportsbusinessjournal.com/Ar…

Capitals owner Ted Leonsis, the new chair of the NHL Board of Governors, tells @SBJ that he personally supports expansion beyond 32 teams. “Nothing but positive things happened in the NHL when we went from 30 teams to 32 teams.” sportsbusinessjournal.com/Ar…

Some breaking news in PDX… Portland Thorns have parted ways with Alexis Lee, the team President of Business, per sources.

Breaking at @SBJ: Charter's Spectrum will carry local telecasts of the Blue Jackets, Blues, Hurricanes and Wild under a multiyear carriage agreement negotiated centrally by the NHL. This ensures some linear distribution in addition to Amazon streaming. sportsbusinessjournal.com/Ar…

Breaking: The @NHL Board of Governors has selected Capitals owner Ted Leonsis as its new chairman. 86-year-old Bruins owner Jeremy Jacobs, who had held the position since 2007, has stepped down. Flames owner Murray Edwards will be vice chair.

Small but of note: #NYR will announce Garden of Dreams as their new official jersey patch partner this season. “It was an honor to have Game 7 as our Jersey Patch Partner last season, given our relationship with Rangers legend Mark Messier, and look forward to featuring the Foundation this year,” a spokesperson said.

🚨 FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2027™ to be played at home of @InterMiamiCF 🏆 Intercontinental women’s club champions to be crowned in January 2027 🇲🇽 🇪🇸 Mexico’s @AmericaFemenil and Spanish @FCBfemeni have already qualified 🌴🏟️ Last-four showdowns, including bronze final and trophy decider to be contested in Miami 🗞️ inside.fifa.com/organisation…

Commissioner Garber Statement About Meeting with Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett: "I recently met with Mayor Hogsett to continue discussions about Indianapolis' efforts to develop a new soccer-first stadium as part of the city's vision for Major League Soccer. I was encouraged by our conversation and appreciate the mayor’s leadership and commitment to pursuing a team for Indianapolis. The city has established itself as one of America's great sports cities, with a strong track record of hosting major events and a growing passion for soccer. We look forward to continuing our conversations as the city's plans continue to take shape."

Late night scoop from me and @novy_williams! MLS is implementing some significant changes over the next 12 months. Among those still under consideration is a potential presenting sponsorship like those seen in many European leagues. Story at @Sportico: sportico.com/business/sponso…

🇺🇸 Sources: Philadelphia Union wonderkid Cavan Sullivan has received his first senior U.S. national team call up. @JeffreyCarlisle first reported. Sullivan, 16, can become 2nd-youngest USMNT debutant behind Freddy Adu With @PaulTenorio nytimes.com/athletic/7601705…

Per @SID_Sportnews, Deutsche Eishockey Liga head Gernot Tripcke says the NHL didn't consult the league on its scheduling of games Germany, including two in Düsseldorf this year that conflict with DEL games. Germany is a priority growth market for the NHL. sport1.de/news/eishockey/del…

32 days after the biggest tragedy New York has ever seen, Nassau Coliseum held a patriotic and emotional pregame ceremony for the Islanders home opener on Long Island. 🎥The scene from October, 2001. #NeverForget

NHL expansion update: - 3rd ownership group emerges in Atlanta - In talks with two groups in Phoenix - Expansion to Texas not a "done deal?" My story from the player media tour in Vegas. espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/4988…

The @MiamiHerald eliminated 30 positions today including excellent City of Miami beat reporter @tessriski & legend @kaufsports. The Miami Beach beat reporter was open but won’t be filled. Is the Miami Herald going to cover the City of Miami anymore? Local journalism matters.

A multiyear, $400M renovation of Columbus’ Nationwide Arena is moving forward, with initial phases focused on modernizing and replacing critical systems. Construction is expected to begin in early 2028, with substantial project completion expected prior to the 2031 NHL season. MORE: ow.ly/ojxM50ZM39w

Helmets with a touch of magic ✨ We’ll have The Happiest Place on Earth with us wherever we go @Disneyland 🏰 MORE: bit.ly/Helmet26

New at @SBJ: The USL is making a significant change to its economic model, implementing a plan to share league-level revenue with its clubs. That includes expansion fees, which makes up a significant portion of league-level income. sportsbusinessjournal.com/Ar…

We are excited to announce that @thesoccerdon will serve as the Chair of Soccer Forward, bringing together leaders across sport, business, philanthropy and government. 📰 ussoc.cr/7907d7