What does the new Toyota Center naming rights deal mean for hockey in Space City? In this episode of Mission Control: Houston's Hockey Podcast, Matt breaks down the latest arena news, NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly’s comments on expansion, the Stars’ playoff collapse, and goes on a weird tangent about seat colors. Plus, we take a look at the Utah Mammoth rebrand, the "BEARS Act" in Illinois, and how U.S. politics keeps colliding with the sport we love. If you’re following every whisper of NHL expansion to Houston, this one’s for you.

00:00 – Toyota Center Deal: Ermahgawd, they're working together!

05:12 – Bill Daly Speaks: What “No Expansion Process” Really Means

12:09 – Stars Eliminated: Savage Rants, Otter Criticized

15:04 – The BEARS Act... sounds familiar, doesn't it?

17:30 – Utah Mammoth Rebrand & Jersey Money-GrabFollow 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.