"June 25 Marks a Milestone in NHL History: Expansion and Growth. Tomorrow, the National Hockey League will celebrate a pivotal moment in its history, but today is when the seeds of expansion were sown. On June 25, 1967, the NHL welcomed three new teams to its ranks, expanding from six to nine teams and paving the way for the league's modern era of growth and competition. The addition of the California Seals, Los Angeles Kings, and Minnesota North Stars marked a significant turning point in the league's history, setting the stage for further expansion and the eventual global reach of professional hockey."


Yesterday in Hockey History: June 24 Tomorrow in Hockey History: June 26 June 25 has been an important date for the National Hockey League and its growth from six to…