By Alan Snel of LVSportsBiz.com
Gary Bettman loves Las Vegas.
The NHL commish was an advocate for a new NHL franchise in Sin City. The NHL has held its annual award shows in Las Vegas.
And now the NHL All-Star Game is set for T-Mobile Arena in 2022.
The NFL is also holding its annual Draft event and Pro Bowl in Las Vegas in 2022.
Here’s the NHL statement on the All-Star Weekend in Las Vegas:
“The 2022 Honda NHL® All-Star Weekend will take place in Las Vegas, Nev., at the home of the Vegas Golden Knights, T-Mobile Arena, and will be scheduled during its traditional midway point of the NHL regular season. The 2022 Honda NHL® All-Star Weekend will include the 2022 NHL All-Star Skills™ and the 2022 Honda NHL All-Star Game, and will feature various hockey-themed events, entertainment and activities. Confirmed dates for the 2022 Honda NHL® All-Star Weekend will be announced when available.”