To me it's fascinating how this has all come together and been kept quiet to this point, in this age of social media, and then sprung on to everyone, as basically a done deal.
Is Utah a better local market than Phoenix? Now, maybe not. Compared to 1996, sure...and probably a higher ceiling in the end.
Obviously the NHL attraction here is a new arena, enthusiastic owners (Phoenix had those too) and the Olympics there in 2034, so things will build up there market and exictement wise the next 10 years. And, less competition for the sports $.
Will suck for the Coyotes employees who's been around for 25+ years, and selfishly, trips to Phoenix to watch some combo of MLB NHL NFL and NBA isn't possible any more. Can do that in LA but Phoenix is a nicer place over the fall and winter.
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