NHL's Steve Mayer acknowledged teams' interest in exploring the Mexican market, saying,
"Mexico City is on a shortlist because our teams are very interested in going there." Matthews, with a personal connection as his mother Ema is from Mexico City, aligns with the idea.
If Matthews takes the ice in Mexico City, it raises the question of whether the NHL can fulfill its promise to cultivate hockey's growth in this unique market. The prospect of icy arenas against a backdrop of desert landscapes and Spanish-colonial architecture adds an intriguing visual dimension to the sport.
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