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The NHL should take a leaf out of European soccer’s book
Good news! The Arizona Coyotes are no longer one of the 32 active teams on the Bettman circuit. They have officially moved to Utah, and very few people are unhappy about the move, which, let’s face it, should have been made years ago.
36 teams: Here’s how the NHL should organize its divisions
When the time comes to talk about NHL expansion, moving a club or even realigning the divisions and reworking the playoff format, every fan has an opinion on the matter.
Salt Lake City has a team in just three short months
In recent weeks, the Coyotes’ move to Salt Lake City has moved at almost dizzying speed. Almost overnight, Gary Bettman’s baby saw its future in Arizona threatened… at a relocation announcement.
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.
Salt Lake City is 'by no means the end for Quebec', says Gary Bettman
In recent days, the subject of the Coyotes’ move has been the talk of the hockey world. We know that the Arizona team was Gary Bettman’s baby, and to see him finally ready to give up (at least temporarily) on the project clearly shows that it was no longer sustainable.
Arizona Coyotes 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.
Arizona Coyotes News / Field Level Media / April 17
Commissioner: NHL 'exploring our options' with Coyotes
Despite widespread reports that the Arizona Coyotes are set to be sold and moved to Salt Lake City, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman refused to confirm the transaction.
Arizona Coyotes News / NHL Trade Talk / April 12
Coyotes GM Talks to Team About Rumored Move to Salt Lake City
In a seismic shift from the NHL maintaining that hockey could work in Arizona, speculation is everywhere the NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman is poised to announce on April 18th that the Arizona Coyotes have been sold to Ryan Smith and are set to relocate to Salt Lake City.
Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / April 12
The Canadiens in Quebec City and the Nordiques minister’s impossible dream
A few days ago, Éric Girard, Minister of Finance and Nordiques at the provincial level, met with Gary Bettman. His goal? To remind him that Quebec City is in the picture, both for an NHL expansion franchise and for regular-season games at the Centre Vidéotron.
Arizona Coyotes News / ClutchPoints / April 9
Coyotes arena plan gets ripped to shreds by Scottsdale mayor
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has maintained his belief that the Arizona Coyotes can remain in The Grand Canyon State. And recently, the team unveiled a new arena plan for a plot of land in North Phoenix near Scottsdale.
NHL News / Oilersnation / April 9
NHL Notebook: Prospective team name survey for potential Utah NHL team catches eyes and the WHL grants exceptional status to defenceman Landon DuPont
Ryan Smith and the Smith Entertainment group are continuing to catch the eyes of hockey fans, and hockey minds around the league. Months after formally
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 26
Sources: NHL players can expect to receive half of escrow returned at $6.2 billion revenue projection
With NHL revenue projected to hit $6.2 billion this season, league sources told Daily Faceoff that players could expect to receive approximately half of the escrow withheld from their paychecks this season returned to them after final accounting and auditing.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 22
‘I got warned last game’: Vancouver Canucks players react to newly proposed NHL rule changes
On Tuesday, March 19th, all of the league’s General Managers met in the sunny state of Florida for their annual meeting with NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman. Last year, they discussed the salary cap increase, cap circumvention, and a potential new playoff format.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20
NHL says ‘science is still lacking’ regarding link to CTE and blows to the head in hockey
When asked whether the NHL’s viewpoint on the link between chronic traumatic encephalopathy – better known as CTE – and repeated blows to the head has changed, the league’s deputy commissioner, Bill Daly, said on Wednesday it has not.
Winnipeg Jets News / The Hockey Writers / February 28
Gary Bettman Douses Winnipeg Jets Relocation Rumours
The Commissioner of the National Hockey League, Gary Bettman, made his yearly visit to Winnipeg on Tuesday night. With recent attendance concerns surrounding the Winnipeg Jets, fans were looking for answers.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 14
NHL, CHL facing class-action antitrust lawsuit
The NHL and CHL are facing a class-action antitrust lawsuit.
Arizona Coyotes News / Daily Faceoff / February 6
Sources: Three options on the table for Arizona Coyotes’ future in the desert
The clock is ticking on the Coyotes in Arizona. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said last week that the fate of the franchise in the desert would be “addressed” in the “next few weeks,” but league sources suggest to Daily Faceoff that news is imminent, coming perhaps as soon as Super Bowl weekend.
Arizona Coyotes News / Yardbarker / January 24
Could Utah be a relocation option for the Arizona Coyotes?
While Utah might covet an NHL expansion franchise, the Arizona Coyotes shouldn't be completely discounted for a potential relocation to the Beehive State.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 24
Salt Lake City-based owners request initiation of NHL expansion process
Salt Lake City-based Smith Entertainment Group filed a request for initiation of a formal expansion process by the NHL, according to a press release Wednesday.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 5
NHL expresses concern over 2026 Winter Olympics arena delays
There may be a new roadblock preventing NHL players from participating in the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Chicago Blackhawks News / NHL Trade Talk / December 7
Corey Perry's NHL future in question after league investigation
There is already talk that a couple of teams would show interest if Perry is cleared to return.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 18
NHL not pursuing in-season tournament
The NHL has clarified that it has no plans to introduce an in-season tournament akin to the NBA’s upcoming European cup-style competition. NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly confirmed the league’s stance to ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski today, stating they are not seeking to follow the NBA’s lead.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 22
NHL makes changes to Pride night celebrations
After controversy regarding Pride nights this season, the NHL made a change to future "specialty nights" during Thursday's Board of Governors meetings.
Arizona Coyotes News / Daily Faceoff / June 3
NHL 'hopeful' Coyotes find arena solution in Phoenix metro area
The Arizona Coyotes are exploring various alternative options in the Phoenix metropolitan area as they continue to seek a permanent arena solution, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Saturday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 19
Gary Bettman to meet with Joel Quenneville to revisit coaching future in NHL
Quenneville resigned as Panthers bench boss in October 2021 after an investigation of sexual assault of a former player by an assistant coach during his time as coach of the Chicago Blackhawks was concluded.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 12, 2023
NHL officially announce Australia global series
After many months of rumors, the NHL confirmed a set of Global Series games for Australia for the 2023-24 season late Tuesday night.
NHL News / Yardbarker / March 29, 2023
Gary Bettman: NHL may reconsider Pride Night celebrations
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said that the league might reconsider Pride Night celebrations over the offseason.
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