^ don't forget there is likely going to be a lot cash spent to buyout lease and partnership agreements in the AHL when these NHL teams decide to move out west.
From a pure geographical stand point, an AHL division of Stockton, Bakersfield, Ontario, Las Vegas, and Utah makes a lot of sense.
all are easily busable (i.e. cheap) and the longest leg of Utah to Stockton is about a 10 hour drive. Should be real easy for visiting teams to schedule road trips and travel. all are relatively close to major airports
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