It looks like with a $10 million application fee, $2 million of which are not refundable, two locations are serious contenders to become the first new expansion teams since the 2000-01 season, when Minnesota and Columbus were awarded franchises.
What is surprising (perhaps) is that the Seattle area did not file an application. They may go forward and build an arena suitable for the NBA and NHL, but for now are not applying for an expansion franchise.
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