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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.

Today in Hockey History: Dec. 23
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New York was the site of a ton of great memories, both on Long Island and in Buffalo, on this date in National Hockey League history. With this being the final day of hockey before the Christmas break for nearly 50 years (2021-22 being the only exception), there have been many big moments. Buckle up and enjoy our daily trip through the decades. All About the Islanders Denis Potvin scored a goal and had two assists on Dec. 23, 1977, in the New York Islanders’ 7-5 loss at the Montreal Canadiens. He became the first defenseman in franchise history to…

Dylan Strome is the Latest Reminder That Some Stars Take Time
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On the latest episode of The Hockey Writers Ice Time podcast, the discussion centered around star players most fans aren’t paying attention to but should be. Who are the players having great seasons but going unnoticed, either because they play in small markets and/or aren’t household names? One of those players is Dylan Strome. Related: Capitals’ Pierre-Luc Dubois: From Top Draft Pick to NHL Nomad He’s hitting his stride with the Washington Capitals and has become a star player integral to the team’s success. The Capitals are in first place in the Metropolitan Division and his playmaking is a big…

Analyzing the Utah HC’s Underperforming Third Line
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Recently, the Utah Hockey Club‘s (14-11-5) head coach André Tourigny rolled with forwards Lawson Crouse, Nick Bjugstad and Matias Maccelli on the third line. Last season, these three played 58 games together for the Arizona Coyotes and generated the most goals for of all the team’s forward line combinations. The trio also recorded a plus-4 rating. Related: Arizona Coyotes’ Impact on Hockey in the Desert However, in 14 games together this season, Crouse, Bjugstad and Maccelli’s line have mustered one goal for and four goals against. Here’s a look at Utah’s third-line struggles this season. Utah’s Line Juggling Before the…

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Arizona Coyotes Logo History
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The Arizona Coyotes franchise had extensive history around its logos and jerseys, as the club underwent multiple rebranding initiatives throughout its history. The team, like every club in the NHL, saw its ups and downs during its existence, but the franchise’s struggles, more often than not, received the most attention…

 

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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.