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O'Brien Eager to Begin Second Season in the Desert

O'Brien Eager to Begin Second Season in the Desert

NHL.com — Last season, the Arizona Coyotes earned a reputation of being a tough team to play against. Opponents be warned: Liam O'Brien has spent the offseason getting even stronger. O'Brien, who signed a two-year extension with the Coyotes in March, has had a summer to remember.

Guenther Ready to Build Upon Success as Rookie Camp Nears

Guenther Ready to Build Upon Success as Rookie Camp Nears

NHL.com — Dylan Guenther is used to being under the microscope. The 19-year-old forward, who was drafted ninth overall by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2021 NHL Draft, has lived with high expectations since recording 103 points (56-47) in 30 games with Northern Alberta U15 Prep in the Canadian Sport School Hockey League during the 2017-18 season.

Coyotes Team Up With Boys & Girls Clubs For Back-to-School Shopping

Coyotes Team Up With Boys & Girls Clubs For Back-to-School Shopping

NHL.com — Kids returning to school following summer break have enough to worry about, and having the proper clothes to wear shouldn't cause additional stress. The Arizona Coyotes, along with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley, wanted to make sure of that.

Conor Geekie Using Summer Workouts to Prepare for Life as a Professional

Conor Geekie Using Summer Workouts to Prepare for Life as a Professional

NHL.com — Conor Geekie chose to not spend the summer sulking. Not only was he forced to watch almost all of rookie development camp from the sidelines -- including the annual black and white scrimmage -- following a minor injury, but he also was unable to attend Team Canada's development camp the following week.

Fischer Prepared to 'Go Through the Trenches' with Teammates this Season

Fischer Prepared to 'Go Through the Trenches' with Teammates this Season

NHL.com — Christian Fischer has spent his entire 318-game NHL career with the Arizona Coyotes. He's seen the highs, the lows, and everything in between. There's nowhere else he'd rather be. Fischer, who signed a one-year contract with the Coyotes on July 11, has enjoyed an offseason of travel, highlighted by trips to Cabo and Napa Valley.

Lamoureux Focused on Being 'the Best' After inking ELC with Coyotes

Lamoureux Focused on Being 'the Best' After inking ELC with Coyotes

NHL.com — Maveric Lamoureux isn't taking anything for granted. The 18-year-old, who signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Arizona Coyotes on Wednesday, has not skated since before the club selected him 29th overall at the NHL Draft last month. He was in attendance at rookie development camp, but could only participate in the off-the-ice team building activities with his fellow prospects.

Potvin Primed to Help Develop Coyotes' Talent in Tucson

Potvin Primed to Help Develop Coyotes' Talent in Tucson

NHL.com — Steve Potvin has been named head coach of the Tucson Roadrunners. Again. Potvin, who led Arizona's AHL affiliate during the 2020-21 season when then-coach Jay Varady spent a season in the NHL with the Coyotes, was re-introduced on Thursday after being named the club's head coach earlier in the week.

Potvin Primed to Help Develop Coyotes' Talent in Tucson

Potvin Primed to Help Develop Coyotes' Talent in Tucson

NHL.com — Steve Potvin has been named head coach of the Tucson Roadrunners. Again. Potvin, who led Arizona's AHL affiliate during the 2020-21 season when then-coach Jay Varady spent a season in the NHL with the Coyotes, was re-introduced on Thursday after being named the club's head coach earlier in the week.

Lamoureux Focused on Being 'the Best' After inking ELC with Coyotes

Lamoureux Focused on Being 'the Best' After inking ELC with Coyotes

NHL.com — Maveric Lamoureux isn't taking anything for granted. The 18-year-old, who signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Arizona Coyotes on Wednesday, has not skated since before the club selected him 29th overall at the NHL Draft last month. He was in attendance at rookie development camp, but could only participate in the off-the-ice team building activities with his fellow prospects.

Clayton Keller 'Feeling Really Good,' Looking Forward to Training Camp

Clayton Keller 'Feeling Really Good,' Looking Forward to Training Camp

NHL.com — Clayton Keller considered himself lucky. The Arizona Coyotes' two-time All-Star had played 359 regular season NHL games without sustaining a serious injury, but that changed March 30 when he fractured his leg after a scary collision with the end boards late in a game against the San Jose Sharks.

Cooley Ready to Showcase His Skills at IIHF World Junior Championship

Cooley Ready to Showcase His Skills at IIHF World Junior Championship

NHL.com — It may be the dog days of summer, but it sure feels like Christmas is coming early. The 2022 IIHF World Junior Championship kicks off today, a strange feeling considering the tournament generally runs from late December into early January. This year's was postponed on Dec.

Crouse's New Deal Cements His Long-Term Future in Arizona

Crouse's New Deal Cements His Long-Term Future in Arizona

NHL.com — It's been quite an offseason for Lawson Crouse. In addition to getting engaged to his longtime girlfriend, Claire, while on vacation in Paris, the 25-year-old winger signed a five-year contract with the Arizona Coyotes prior to his scheduled arbitration hearing on Monday.

Nemeth Excited to Help Build Winning Culture with Coyotes

Nemeth Excited to Help Build Winning Culture with Coyotes

NHL.com — Patrik Nemeth has seen the best of both worlds. The 30-year-old defenseman has played for rebuilding organizations, such as the Detroit Red Wings during the 2019-2020 and 2020-21 seasons. He's also been a part of championship-contending clubs, specifically with the New York Rangers last season as well as the Colorado Avalanche in 2020-21 (he was traded from Detroit in April 2021).

Coyotes Staff Packs Thousands of Meals For Local Nonprofit Organization

Coyotes Staff Packs Thousands of Meals For Local Nonprofit Organization

NHL.com — The Pack got to packing. Meals, that is. Arizona Coyotes staff volunteered at Feed My Starving Children on Tuesday, a national nonprofit organization with multiple packing sites throughout the country.

Madden Looking Forward to Coaching Coyotes' Crop of Prospects

Madden Looking Forward to Coaching Coyotes' Crop of Prospects

NHL.com — John Madden knows a thing or two about how to play defense. The Arizona Coyotes' newest assistant coach was renowned throughout his NHL career as one of the league's best defensive forwards, having won the Selke Trophy in the 2000-01 season while finishing as the runner-up on three other occasions.

Brown Looking Forward to Adding 'Grit' to Arizona's Lineup

Brown Looking Forward to Adding 'Grit' to Arizona's Lineup

NHL.com — Late-game penalty kills are stressful, but don't tell that to Josh Brown. The 28-year-old defenseman, who signed a two-year contract with the Arizona Coyotes on July 13, knows how difficult those situations can be. He loves that about the game of hockey, and he's especially excited to bring that mentality to Arizona.

Stecher Drawing on Experience to Help Coyotes' Blue Line

Stecher Drawing on Experience to Help Coyotes' Blue Line

NHL.com — Troy Stecher is no stranger to rebuilding teams. The 28-year-old defenseman started his career with the rebuilding Vancouver Canucks, who went from 30-43-9 in his first season (2016-17) to 36-27-6 in his last (2019-20).

Bjugstad Ready to take Next Step Alongside Familiar Faces in Arizona

Bjugstad Ready to take Next Step Alongside Familiar Faces in Arizona

NHL.com — At the end of last season the Minnesota Wild were seeking home-ice advantage for the first round of the NHL playoffs, had won five straight games, and were hosting the Arizona Coyotes with just three games remaining on their schedule. The Coyotes left the Xcel Energy Center with a 5-3 win, and Nick Bjugstad took note.

Kassian Excited for 'New Chapter,' Embracing Role as Leader on Team

Kassian Excited for 'New Chapter,' Embracing Role as Leader on Team

NHL.com — Zack Kassian knew a trade from Edmonton was likely to happen given the Oilers' salary cap situation, but had no idea where the destination would be. When he found out he was heading to Arizona, he and his family couldn't have been happier. The Coyotes acquired Kassian, the No.

Geekie Excited to Pursue NHL Career After Signing ELC with Coyotes

Geekie Excited to Pursue NHL Career After Signing ELC with Coyotes

NHL.com — Conor Geekie could get used to calling Arizona home, sweet home. Geekie, who was drafted 11th overall just a few weeks ago, signed a three-year entry-level contract on Monday following the conclusion of rookie development camp. The 18-year-old shined with the WHL's Winnipeg ICE last season, notching 70 points in 63 games.

Koelzer, Cheverie Reflect on Development Camp Coaching Internship

Koelzer, Cheverie Reflect on Development Camp Coaching Internship

NHL.com — The Arizona Coyotes' diverse coaching internship program was created to help elevate the visibility of talented coaches throughout hockey, giving participants a chance to work with an NHL staff as they pursue their dream jobs. Turns out new friendships come along with it.

Nathaniel Brooks Excited to Begin NHL Journey with Coyotes

Nathaniel Brooks Excited to Begin NHL Journey with Coyotes

NHL.com — Last September, Nathaniel Brooks hoped he was accelerating his path to the NHL by participating in the Arizona Coyotes' coaching internship program. Less than a year later, he's officially part of the pack. Brooks was named the Coyotes' new skill development coach, joining the club following 15 years of development work at all levels of hockey.

Coyotes Prospects Relish New Relationships, Lessons Learned

Coyotes Prospects Relish New Relationships, Lessons Learned

NHL.com — Some of the prospects at the Arizona Coyotes' rookie development camp this week were just drafted a little over a week ago, and others already had NHL appearances under their belts. Once the dust settled after the annual Black and White scrimmage, though, it was clear all the prospects were united by a common bond.

Dahlgren Learns from Coyotes Staff While Pursuing Chiropractor Career

Dahlgren Learns from Coyotes Staff While Pursuing Chiropractor Career

NHL.com — The deck has been stacked against Kaleb Dahlgren since the beginning. Not only did the 25-year-old defy the odds to play hockey despite a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis at just four years old, he also earned a scholarship to play at York University while serving as an alternate captain with the Humboldt Broncos during the 2017-18 season.
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