The Expansion Plans of the US Major Leagues

The NHL, NBA and MLB are all exploring expansion, but at different speeds. From new arenas in Texas to ambitions in Seattle and Las Vegas and a crowded MLB candidate field. stadiaworld takes a brief overview of the leagues’ plans.

Expansion is once again a relevant strategic topic across the major North American professional leagues. The National Hockey League (NHL), National Basketball Association (NBA) and Major League Baseball (MLB) are each approaching the issue from different procedural stages, but the central evaluation criteria are broadly comparable: ownership strength, market fundamentals, venue infrastructure, financing capacity and the long-term impact on the league.