Chilliwack is expected to get an expansion team for 2027-28, though Near noted that it may be with a different ownership group. The original bidders have been trying to hash out an arena lease agreement with the city but have come to an impasse. 

Near tells me a second group has submitted a competitive bid package that is being considered by the WHL Board of Governors. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether a Chilliwack team takes to the ice in the fall of 2027.

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