It was “the worst-kept secret in the NHL” by Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly’s own reckoning, and on Saturday night it became official: The Dallas Stars, and the City of Dallas itself, will host the NHL Entry Draft June 22-23, 2018.
The benefits for the city and its international aspirations are obvious:
"We consider this a big win for us. We couldn't be more excited to partner with the Dallas Stars, the NHL, Center Operating, Company, American Airlines Center, City of Dallas and Visit Dallas to bring this here for the local fans," said Monica Paul, executive director of the Dallas Sports Commission.