Bettman: NHL still in 'wait-and-see' mode on adding two expansion teams

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman confirmed the league remains in a 'wait-and-see' stance regarding potential expansion, stating that while the NHL continues to receive pitches from prospective owners, no formal expansion round is currently underway. Bettman indicated the league is considering adding two additional teams but has not yet initiated the official process. The comments come amid ongoing speculation about which markets could host future NHL franchises.