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Jakub Voracek Announces Retirement From the NHL

A veteran of 1,058 NHL games, Jakub Voracek announced his retirement at the age of 34. The Czech winger had 223 goals and 583 assists for 806 points. At his best, Voracek was one of the best players in the NHL.

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Utah, here’s who you’re getting with your new NHL team

The National Hockey League is coming to Utah. Earlier this month, the league approved the sale of the Arizona Coyotes’ players, prospects, draft picks, and reserve list to Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith, who will house the team at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City.

Arizona Coyotes News / NHL Rumors / 21 hours ago

What’s Behind the Coyotes’ Move to Salt Lake City?

The Arizona Coyotes’ finances have taken several hits these past few decades. Occasionally, a new owner acquires the franchise, but none seems to know how to get the team back on track.

Jakub Voracek News / NHL Trade Talk / April 23

34-Year-Old Jakub Voracek Announces Retirement From The NHL

It was early Tuesday morning that long-time NHLer Jakub Voracek announced his retirement from the NHL. He has spent the last year dealing with a concussion, which could be a major factor in his decision.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 16 hours ago

Former NHL All-Star announces retirement

A former NHL All-Star has announced his retirement.

Arizona Coyotes News / Daily Faceoff / 21 hours ago

Longtime NHLer Jakub Voracek officially retires at 34

In an interview with CNN Prima News in Czechia, longtime NHL winger Jakub Voráček officially retired at the age of 34. Voráček played 11 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2022-23, registering six points before missing the rest of the season due to injury.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Jazz owner details process for name of Utah’s NHL franchise

Jazz owner details process for deciding name of Utah’s NHL franchise

Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith is an outside-the-box thinker.

NHL approves sale, relocation of Arizona Coyotes

Comments from ex-Coyotes owner should concern NHL

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Arizona Coyotes News / The Hockey Writers / April 20

'We Shall Return' – Takeaways From Meruelo/Bettman Presser

Alex Meruelo started his press conference with NHL commissioner Gary Bettman by tripping over a light in front of the stand. It wasn’t a fantastic outing for the former Arizona Coyotes owner as he made his first public appearance since 2019 when he first bought the team.

Alex Meruelo News / Yardbarker / April 21

Comments from ex-Coyotes owner should concern NHL

What has transpired around the Coyotes doesn't paint an optimistic picture for the franchise's future.

How Alex Meruelo can bring hockey, and the Coyotes, back to Arizona

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Arizona Coyotes News / ClutchPoints / April 19

Coyotes Owner reveals future Arizona return plan amid Salt Lake City move

The Arizona Coyotes (36-41-5) are officially an inactive franchise. Fans gathered in the Mullett Arena on Wednesday night to mourn the loss of their squad and celebrate the many memories the Coyotes gave the community in their 28-year existence.

Gary Bettman News / Daily Faceoff / April 19

Gary Bettman on hockey in Arizona: ‘We shall return’

NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Arizona Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo met with the media on Friday to discuss how the Coyotes’ franchise wound up being purchased by Ryan Smith and relocated to Salt Lake City, Utah.

Alex Meruelo News / Arizona Sports / April 19

Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo says selling Coyotes is something ‘I tried at every cost to avoid’

Arizona Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo expressed his disappointment on his decision of the sale and relocation of the team to Salt Lake City, Utah. “I understand, it sucks, it’s heartbreaking and with that, we have plans to move forward”, Meruelo told Burns & Gambo in an exclusive interview with Arizona Sports on Thursday.

Alex Meruelo News / Yardbarker / April 18

How Meruelo can bring hockey, and the Coyotes, back to Arizona

How Alex Meruelo can bring hockey, and the Coyotes, back to Arizona

On Thursday, the NHL Board of Governors unanimously approved the sale and relocation of the Coyotes. While the bones of the franchise, including roster, draft picks and hockey operations, will head to Salt Lake City, Utah, the Coyotes aren't dead yet.

NHL approves sale, relocation of Coyotes

Coyotes down Oilers in likely Arizona send-off

A farewell to the Coyotes

Coyotes hoping to be the Browns of the NHL?

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Arizona Coyotes News / NHL Trade Talk / April 18

NHL Officially Approves Sale Of Coyotes and Move to Utah

The sale of the Arizona Coyotes to Utah has been formally approved by the NHL’s Board of Governors, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, Pierre LeBrun of TSN, and Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, among others.

Paul Bissonnette News / Bleacher Report / April 18

Watch: Paul Bissonnette Gets Emotional Talking About the Arizona Coyotes | NHL on TNT

Arizona Coyotes News / Viral Sports News / April 18

Arizona Coyotes Send Fans Home Happy One Last Time

Wednesday night was a bittersweet one for the Arizona Coyotes and their fans. It was the last time that the franchise would be playing at Mullett Arena, as it was announced that the team will be moving to Salt Lake City next season.

Arizona Coyotes News / ClutchPoints / April 18

Emotional Paul Bissonnette looks back on memorable time with Coyotes amid franchise sale

The Arizona Coyotes are on the verge of relocating to Salt Lake City, Utah, and the team played what is likely its last home game in Arizona, which sparked a few emotional messages from former player Paul Bissonnette, one on X and one on the TNT broadcast.