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sports1 year ago

Arizona Coyotes' Arena Plans in Jeopardy After Land Auction Cancellation

The Arizona Coyotes' future in Arizona is uncertain after the Arizona State Land Department canceled a land auction for a proposed new arena site in north Phoenix. The team criticized the decision, stating it jeopardizes NHL hockey in the state. The land requires a special use permit for arena development, which the Coyotes have not yet secured. The team is exploring legal options, while local leaders and former team executives criticize the Coyotes' management and intentions.

via The Arizona Republic|
#arena-development#arizona-coyotes#land-auction
sports1 year ago

State Cancels Key Land Auction, Threatening Arizona Coyotes' Future

The Arizona State Land Department has canceled a crucial land auction needed for the Arizona Coyotes to construct a new arena, significantly impacting the team's chances of returning to the Phoenix area. The department cited the need for a Special Use Permit before proceeding with the auction. The Coyotes now face a tight deadline to secure a new land deal and complete 50% of the arena by December 31, 2027, to reactivate the team.

via Sports Illustrated|
#arena-construction#arizona-coyotes#arizona-state-land-department
sports1 year ago

Arizona Cancels Land Auction for Coyotes Arena

The Arizona State Land Department has canceled the land auction that the Arizona Coyotes were expected to win to build a new arena, citing the need for a Special Use Permit. This setback hampers owner Alex Meruelo's plans to restart the NHL franchise in Arizona after selling the team to a Utah group. The department remains open to future auctions if the permit is obtained.

via Arizona Sports|
#arena#arizona-coyotes#arizona-state-land-department
sports1 year ago

"Utah's NHL Expansion: Team Name Controversy and Cross-State Reactions"

Ryan Smith, the new owner of the NHL team in Utah, is excited about the opportunity to build a movement and elevate the NHL. He aims to involve the community in choosing the team's name and wants to create a unique hockey experience for fans. Despite the tight timeline, Smith is focused on integrating the team into its new surroundings and maintaining continuity in the front office. The Utah NHL team will start without a nickname, and renovations will be made to the arena to accommodate hockey seating. Smith is confident in Utah's market potential and is determined to prove the naysayers wrong.

via The Athletic|
#arizona-coyotes#nhl#ryan-smith
sports1 year ago

Arizona Coyotes Owner Alex Meruelo Confidently Relocates Team to Utah Despite Fan Outcry

Arizona Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo expressed his emotions over the team's relocation to Utah, stating that it was "gut-wrenching" to see the last game and acknowledging the love for the team in Arizona. He plans to reactivate the Coyotes in Arizona within five years if a new arena can be built. Meruelo also addressed criticism from upset fans and emphasized his commitment to doing what's best for the players. The team's move to Utah will see a young core of players and popular veterans joining a new NHL team, while Meruelo remains confident in building a winning team in Arizona with the right executives and players.

via The Arizona Republic|
#alex-meruelo#arizona-coyotes#nhl
sports1 year ago

"Arizona Coyotes Fans' Chant Reveals Sentiments on Team's Salt Lake City Move"

Arizona Coyotes fans expressed their disapproval of the team's move to Salt Lake City by chanting "Salt Lake sucks" during the team's final game in Arizona. The NHL announced the sale of the franchise's hockey operations to Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith, marking the end of the Coyotes' tenure in Arizona. Despite the move, there is potential for hockey to continue in Arizona if owner Alex Meruelo can build a new NHL-appropriate facility within five years, while Smith gains an expansion team in Salt Lake City.

via Fox News|
#arizona-coyotes#fans#nhl
sports1 year ago

Arizona Coyotes Relocate to Utah, Tucson Roadrunners Move to Tempe

The Arizona Coyotes have been sold and are moving to Salt Lake City, Utah, ahead of the 2024-2025 season, while the Tucson Roadrunners are reportedly moving to Tempe to play at Mullett Arena. The Coyotes' departure from Arizona may be followed by a potential return in the form of an NHL expansion team, as the team's former owner, Alex Meruelo, aims to win a public land auction in Phoenix to build a new stadium. Meruelo also retains ownership of the Roadrunners and plans to move them to Tempe to keep Valley youth hockey programs alive until a potential NHL franchise returns to Phoenix.

via ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix|
#arizona-coyotes#nhl#salt-lake-city
sports1 year ago

"Utah Welcomes New NHL Franchise as Arizona Coyotes Relocate"

The National Hockey League has approved the establishment of a new franchise in Utah for the 2024-25 season, with the team assuming the assets of the Arizona Coyotes, while the Coyotes will be moved to an "inactive" status until a new arena is constructed in Arizona. Utah's new team will be owned by Smith Entertainment Group and is committed to building a Stanley Cup contending team, while Arizona retains the right to reactivate the team within the next five years and retains ownership of the Coyotes name, brand, and logo.

via KUTV 2News|
#arizona-coyotes#expansion-team#franchise
sports1 year ago

Arizona Coyotes Relocating to Salt Lake City: NHL Approval and Controversy

The Arizona Coyotes have been approved for a $1.2 billion sale to Utah Jazz owners, paving the way for the team's move to Salt Lake City next season. The deal includes a provision for Arizona to get an expansion team if a new arena is built within the next five years. The team will play at Delta Center, home of the Jazz, until a new arena can be built. The sale ends the Coyotes' long-running bid to find a permanent home, and officials from Salt Lake City and the city's 2034 Olympic bid supported the move, giving the state two major professional franchises.

via The Associated Press|
#arizona-coyotes#nhl#relocation
sports1 year ago

Arizona Coyotes Sold and Relocated to Salt Lake City

The NHL has approved the sale and relocation of the Arizona Coyotes to Utah, where they will begin play as a new franchise next season. The team was bought by Ryan and Ashley Smith of Smith Entertainment Group for $1.2 billion, and they plan to play at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, which they also own. The Coyotes' final home game in Arizona was emotional, and the players, draft picks, and hockey operations department will relocate to Utah. The sale includes a provision for the former owner, Alex Meruelo, to potentially bring a team back to Arizona within the next five years.

via ESPN|
#arizona-coyotes#nhl#relocation
sports1 year ago

"NHL Board of Governors Greenlights Arizona Coyotes' Move to Utah: Salt Lake City Bound"

The NHL's Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale and relocation of the Arizona Coyotes to Salt Lake City, with the team's hockey assets being sold to Smith Entertainment Group for $1.2 billion. The move comes after the Coyotes' struggles to secure a suitable arena in Arizona. The team's owner, Alex Meruelo, will retain the branding and has a five-year window to bring an expansion franchise back to the Phoenix area if he can secure a new arena. The new Utah team, owned by the owner of the NBA's Utah Jazz, will begin play in the 2024-25 season and has acquired a significant number of draft picks.

via The Athletic|
#arizona-coyotes#nhl#relocation
sports1 year ago

"NHL Greenlights Arizona Coyotes' $1.2B Sale and Relocation to Salt Lake City"

The NHL has approved the $1.2 billion sale of the Arizona Coyotes to Ryan and Ashley Smith, owners of the NBA's Utah Jazz. The sale involves the transfer of the Coyotes' player and hockey operations to a new NHL franchise owned by the Smith Entertainment Group, which will play in the SEG-owned Delta Center next season. The current owner, Alex Meruelo, will retain the team's name, logos, and other intellectual property, with an opportunity to resurrect the franchise for $1 billion if a new arena project is successful within the next five years.

via Sportico|
#arizona-coyotes#ashley-smith#nhl
sports1 year ago

"NHL Board of Governors Approves Coyotes Sale and Relocation to Salt Lake City"

The NHL's Board of Governors has unanimously approved the sale and relocation of the Arizona Coyotes to Salt Lake City for the 2024-2025 season, ending the team's 28-year stay in Arizona. The franchise will be assumed by Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith, and the team is expected to play at the Delta Center. The move comes after years of uncertainty and financial struggles for the Coyotes in Arizona, with the league reserving the right to reactivate the franchise if a new arena is constructed within five years.

via TSN|
#arizona-coyotes#nhl#relocation
sports1 year ago

"Coyotes' Touching Farewell: Emotional Final Home Game in Arizona"

The Arizona Coyotes played their final home game in Phoenix, marking the end of their nearly 30-year tenure in Arizona, with a likely relocation to Salt Lake City, Utah. The team shared an emotional moment with fans and team employees, taking a final photo on the ice and saluting the crowd after a 5-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers. The franchise's unsuccessful attempts to secure a new arena in Arizona led to the decision, and the potential move awaits official approval from the NHL board of governors.

via Sports Illustrated|
#arizona-coyotes#emotional-moment#nhl
sports1 year ago

"Arizona Coyotes Bid Farewell with Emotional Win Before Relocation"

The Arizona Coyotes bid farewell to their 28-year existence in Arizona with a 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers before their impending move to Salt Lake City. The emotional departure was marked by a strong sense of community among fans and staff, with players expressing gratitude for the support. Despite the sadness, there is hope for a new hockey community in Salt Lake City, echoing the experience of the team's relocation from Winnipeg to Arizona.

via The Athletic|
#arizona-coyotes#farewell#nhl