The deadline to apply for a National Hockey League expansion franchise passed this week, and only two cities bid—Las Vegas and Québec City. But to establish a team, both cities would have to overcome significant hurdles that continue to weigh on some of the league's newer organizations.
Billionaire businessman Bill Foley filed to bring a squad to Sin City, and media company Québecor is looking to settle a team in the eastern Canadian city. The NHL made applications available to bidders on July 6, and while 16 ownership groups expressed interest, only two followed through with submissions.