A Low-Energy Episode... because the intrusive thoughts are winning.

In this episode of Mission Control: Houston’s Hockey Podcast, Matt asks the uncomfortable question: Are we about to blow it? With NHL expansion rumors heating up and rival cities like Atlanta, Indianapolis, Austin, and Quebec City making noise, Houston fans have reason to feel uneasy. Savage breaks down each contender’s strengths, relives about Houston’s historical near-misses, and shares unpleasant reflections on what it means to support sports in Space City. Plus: a little on the Houston Hockey Community Gala, cool memorabilia pickups, and why the grassroots fan community matters now more than ever.

00:00 – Expansion Anxiety: “Are We Gonna Blow It?”

02:30 – The Competition

12:02 – Houston’s Strengths… and Self-Sabotage?

20:15 – Gala Recap & Community Growth

24:32 – Why you — yes, you — are key to making NHL Houston happen.Follow on X! https://x.com/MCHockeyPodcastAdd on Discord - @MCHockeyPodcastThe NHL isn't in Houston - but the Hockey Fans Are!If you've been obsessing over every rumor about a potential NHL hockey franchise in Houston, you've found your community. Mission Control exists to help build a hockey fan community in Houston.#HoustonNHL #NHLExpansion #HockeyPodcast #HoustonHockey #NHLRumors #ExpansionAnxiety #HoustonSports #NHLNews #HoustonAeros