The sale of the Arizona Coyotes for $1.2 billion to Ryan Smith, owner of the Utah Jazz, accelerated the team's relocation to Salt Lake City. However, the name "Coyotes" remains with Alex Meruelo, the current owner, who must repay $1 billion to relaunch the franchise in Phoenix.
The Coyotes have long sought a suitable NHL venue in the Phoenix area, but without success. The move to Glendale failed, and even with a brief stint at Arizona State University, the team still faces the absence of a permanent arena.
The future of the Coyotes in the NHL depends on Meruelo's ability to find a lasting solution for an arena in Phoenix. Despite the challenges, the NHL remains open to a return to the region if the right conditions are met, keeping hope alive for hockey fans in the desert.
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