The NHL officials appear to remain steadfast in the belief that a franchise should be in the Phoenix area, but the team's latest plans to construct an arena are still murky.
The Arizona Coyotes gave fans a night to remember Wednesday with a win over the Edmonton Oilers. The franchise was sold this week to Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith.
The NHL's Board of Governors approved the establishment of a new franchise in Salt Lake City, and everything but the Arizona Coyotes' name is heading to Utah.