1970 NHL expansion draft
| 1970 NHL expansion draft | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Date(s) | June 10, 1970 | 
| Overview | |
| League | National Hockey League | 
| Expansion teams | Buffalo Sabres Vancouver Canucks | 
| Expansion season | 1970–71 | 
The 1970 NHL expansion draft was the second expansion draft of the National Hockey League (NHL). The draft was held on June 10, 1970, a day before the 1970 NHL amateur draft. The expansion draft was held to allow the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks to acquire players for the upcoming 1970–71 season.