Category Archives: Pro
Coyotes top Panthers on emotional night at Mullett Arena
November 10th, 2022That’s a win that won’t soon be forgotten. Lawson Crouse, Nick Ritchie, and Clayton Keller scored, Karel Vejmelka made 41 saves, and the Arizona Coyotes beat the Florida Panthers 3-1 on Nov. 1 for their first win at Mullett Arena. Colin White scored for the Panthers, while goalie Spencer Knight made 18 saves in his…
Scottsdale product, Maple Leafs standout Matthews named NHL MVP
June 22nd, 2022Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs is the 2021-22 recipient of the Hart Memorial Trophy, presented “to the player adjudged to be the most valuable to his team,” as selected by the Professional Hockey Writers Association. Matthews, a Hart Trophy finalist for the second straight year after finishing second in voting in 2020-21, is…
Coyotes to play at new ASU arena next season; Ice Den Scottsdale possibly team’s full-time practice facility
February 10th, 2022The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the club has reached a multi-year agreement with Arizona State University for the Coyotes to play at the Sun Devils’ new multi-purpose arena beginning next season. The Coyotes will play all their home games at the venue from 2022-23 through the 2024-25 NHL season with an additional option for…
Bobcats grad, Scottsdale native Matthews tabbed NHL’s First Star for month of December
January 3rd, 2022The NHL has announced that Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews has been named the First Star for the month of December. Matthews found the scoresheet in all seven of his December appearances, sharing the league lead with 10 goals while averaging 2.00 points per game (10-4—14) to guide the Maple Leafs (21-8-2, 44 points)…
Coyotes proud to announce launch of Angels for Higher program
November 11th, 2021A decade ago, Robert Hendershot had a dream: A more fulfilling job and purpose for his bubbly and ambitious son with Down Syndrome. Ten years later, the most popular members of the Los Angeles Angels organization might be Mike Trout, Shohei Otani…and Trevor Hendershot. After years stocking shelves at a drug store understanding it might…
Scottsdale native, Bobcats graduate Matthews chosen for 2022 U.S. Olympic hockey team
October 7th, 2021Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews has been named one of the first three players of the 2022 U.S. Olympic men’s hockey team. “It’s no secret we’re excited about the prospects of our team for the 2022 games,” said Stan Bowman, general manager of the team. “Patrick (Kane), Auston and Seth (Jones) reflect the high…
Coyotes will be young in ’21-22, but team cautions on rushing too many youngsters to NHL
September 25th, 2021Patience. If there is a single piece of advice to those players navigating through levels of competition, this remains to the ability to persevere. Sure, players at the junior and college level are anxious to showcase their skills, impress coaches and management, and gain the attention of NHL scouts. Such hopefuls may be affected by…
Jr. Coyotes trio moves closer to NHL dreams, selected in 2021 NHL Draft
July 28th, 2021Three Arizona natives and Jr. Coyotes graduates became property of NHL teams during the 2021 NHL Draft, which was conducted virtually July 23-24. Forward Josh Doan (Scottsdale) went to the Arizona Coyotes in the second round (37th overall), while forward Matt Knies (Phoenix) was chosen by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second round as…
Varady back behind bench in Tucson, signs three-year deal to serve as head coach for AHL’s Roadrunners
July 7th, 2021The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the team has signed Jay Varady to a three-year contract to serve as head coach of the Tucson Roadrunners, the Coyotes’ AHL affiliate. As per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. “Jay is an excellent coach who led the Roadrunners to a Pacific Division title,” said…
Coyotes feel Tourigny is ‘right person to lead our team’ as new head coach
July 1st, 2021The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the team has signed André Tourigny to a three-year contract to serve as the club’s head coach. Tourigny becomes the 19th head coach in franchise history. As per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. “We are very pleased to name André as the new head coach…