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The Arizona Coyotes began their life as the original Winnipeg Jets of the World Hockey Association (WHA) and started playing in the 1972-73 season. They joined the NHL for the 1979-80 season when the league absorbed the WHA and the team remained in Winnipeg through the 1995-96 season. In Winnipeg, the team made the playoffs 11 times in 17 NHL seasons but never made it past the division finals. Prior to the 1996-97 season, the team relocated to Arizona and became the Phoenix Coyotes, although they changed their location name from Phoenix to Arizona for the 2014-15 season. Since joining the NHL, the Coyotes/Jets have made the playoffs 20 times but have only made the conference finals one time.

Where Would Coyotes’ Dylan Guenther Be Drafted 3 Years Later?

The NHL Draft has to be one of the most fascinating aspects of the sport. The players’ lives are changed forever, and the teams spend countless hours drafting a player at such a young age. Statistically, most players don’t pan out; only a few come out on top. When the Arizona Coyotes hired general manager Bill Armstrong, it was clear that he had lots of figuring out to do, especially with the roster at hand. After numerous trades, the Coyotes acquired the ninth overall selection in the 2021 NHL Draft, ultimately drafting winger Dylan Guenther. Related: Dylan Guenther Recalled By Coyotes…

Doan’s Magical Debut Highlights Coyotes Win Over Blue Jackets

There have been some special games at Mullett Arena for the Arizona Coyotes. The first-ever game at the building against the Winnipeg Jets, the comeback against the Colorado Avalanche, and the win streak against the five most recent Stanley Cup champions. However, none have been more special than Tuesday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Josh Doan, son of Shane, played his first-ever NHL game and put on a show to help the Coyotes beat the Blue Jackets 6-2. Here are some takeaways from Tuesday’s game. Josh Doan’s Incredible Debut Has there been a player in Coyotes’ history that has…

Josh Doan’s Call-Up to the Coyotes a Long Time Coming

Thanks to his impressive play in the American Hockey League with the Tucson Roadrunners, Josh Doan will be the third Arizona State Sun Devil alumni to play in the NHL. It’s a move that has been in the makings for months now especially due to the Roadrunners’ success. Shortly after the Arizona Coyotes’ 4-2 loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday, March 24, PHNX reporter Craig Morgan announced that Doan was called up by the team per general manager Bill Armstrong. Morgan later reported that the Scottsdale-born forward will play his first game in the NHL on Tuesday, March 26…

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What year were the Arizona Coyotes founded?

The Arizona Coyotes began their life as the original Winnipeg Jets of the World Hockey Association (WHA) and started playing in the 1972-73 season.

When did the Arizona Coyotes play their first game?

The Arizona Coyotes’ first NHL game (played as the Winnipeg Jets) occurred on Oct. 10, 1979, against the Pittsburgh Penguins. They lost 4-2.

Who is the current head coach of the Arizona Coyotes?
Andre Tourigny is the current head coach for the Arizona Coyotes.