In this episode of Mission Control, we are joined by former NHL defenseman Michel Petit. Michel shares incredible locker room stories from nearly two decades of pro hockey experience, including what it was like to room with his childhood idol, and the wild reality of fighting a player one game, only to defend him as a teammate weeks later.But this episode isn't just about the past—it’s about the future of Space City. As a key figure behind Blueline Slapshot, Michel breaks down the ambitious plan to build a state-of-the-art, 8,000-seat dual-sheet ice facility in the Houston suburbs. We discuss conversations with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, the immediate goal of landing an ECHL franchise, and Houston is the most untapped hockey market in North America. Plus, we talk about the upcoming Houston Hockey Hall of Fame Banquet and Hockey in Day in Houston!Learn about Michel's Blueline Slapshot initiative here: https://www.bluelineslapshot.com/Get Tickets and Attend the Houston Hockey Hall of Fame Banquet: https://hockeyplayersinbusiness.org/event/hpib-hou-houston-hockey-hall-of-fame-banquet-march-20th/Make Sure You're At Hockey Day in Houston on March 21st: https://www.hockeydayinhouston.com/00:00 - Introduction15:24 - How Do All these Pro Hockey Players End Up in Houston?25:23 - Michel's thoughts on Bettman38:26 - Today's ECHL52:07 - Of Course, We Talk about Hockey Day in HoustonThe NHL isn't in Space City yet - but the fans are.Welcome to Mission Control: Houston’s Hockey Podcast — a fan podcast for a team that hasn't arrived yet. Whether you’ve been following NHL relocation rumors since 2013 or are just hyped from the Winter Olympics, this channel is for those who believe Houston has deserved a team for a long time. The show covers Houston’s hockey history, NHL expansion gossip, and local events. With throwback stories, occasional interviews, and poor attempts at humor, we’re building the fanbase before the 33rd franchise gets here. Subscribe, interact, and be part of Houston’s hockey future.

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