Bakersfield has had a hockey team for 25 years, and they will have one for at least five more. The Condors have renewed their lease with the city and Mechanics Bank Arena through 2028, with an option to go through 2031. General Manager Keith Gretzky says several N-H-L teams are trending toward having their minor league teams close by…

The Condors are owned by the Edmonton Oilers. The team’s current lease was due to expire at the end of June.

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