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04-23-2008 - Coyotes junior prospects season review

The Coyotes have some gems in the bunch, but other prospects didn’t quite make their mark.

04-20-2008 - Coyotes 2007-08 rookie review

Led by pivot Peter Mueller, the Phoenix youth movement helps the franchise's revival in the desert.

04-12-2008 - Kevin Porter wins 2008 Hobey Baker Award


The University of Michigan senior Kevin Porter was named the recipient of the 2008 Hobey Baker Award on Friday night at the Pepsi Center in Denver.

03-16-2008 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects, Spring 2008

While newcomers round out the rankings, Kyle Turris still has a stranglehold on the top spot

02-28-2008 - Calder Corner: Peter Mueller

Peter Mueller is third in rookie scoring in the NHL.

01-21-2008 - Coyotes NCAA prospects update

While a few Coyotes prospects are making headlines quite often, the group as a whole is making progress at their respective campuses.

12-09-2007 - Coyotes AHL prospects update

After rebuilding the environment and roster in San Antonio, Coyotes General Manager Don Maloney is eyeing early dividends as the team continues to advance.

11-29-2007 - Coyotes fall 2007 junior prospect update

With a total five prospects playing in junior systems all across North America, Brett MacLean has stolen the show with his impressive start

11-11-2007 - Porter leading Michigan by example

Going into the weekend Porter co-led the nation in goal scoring with eight and power play goals with five.

09-30-2007 - San Antonio Rampage 2007-08 season preview

New head coach Greg Ireland is only going to have a couple of prospects to work with, but combined with the changes throughout the Phoenix organization, it should have a positive impact on the San Antonio Rampage when the puck drops on the 2007-08 season.

09-16-2007 - Coyotes training camp update

A look at some of the 'happenings' around the ice at the Jobing.com Arena during the first week of camp

09-07-2007 - Coyotes 2007 training camp preview

With the youth movement in full effect in Phoenix, a handful of prospects look to earn a spot with the Coyotes.

09-03-2007 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects, Fall 2007

Kyle Turris enters the Yotes' den and officially takes over as the top prospect in the desert.

06-26-2007 - Coyotes 2007 draft review

The Coyotes drafted Kyle Turris at No. 3 overall and continued to add organizational depth with seven total selections.

06-24-2007 - Post Draft Q&A with Coyotes Director of Amateur Scouting Keith Gretzky

Keith Gretzky sheds some light on the Coyotes weekend at the draft table and their newest additions.

06-13-2007 - Coyotes 2007 draft preview

The Coyotes continue to move the organization forward at the draft table with new personnel guiding the way.

06-09-2007 - Coyotes 2002 draft evaluation

With 11 picks in the 2002 draft, only one player appears to have made any sort of impact for the Coyotes in the NHL over the past five years.

05-21-2007 - Coyotes AHL/ECHL season review

The San Antonio Rampage turned in yet another sub-par season as the Phoenix Coyotes top development team is still stuck in a rut.

04-22-2007 - Coyotes junior prospects season review

Only a couple of Phoenix's junior prospects looked poised to make a push for the NHL roster next fall.

04-05-2007 - Q&A with Benn Ferriero

Boston College sophomore and Phoenix Coyotes prospect Benn Ferriero has become a dominant force for the Eagles this year, particularly in postseason.

03-28-2007 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects

Peter Mueller still reigns as the Phoenix Coyotes top prospect.

02-01-2007 - Coyotes NCAA prospect update

The Phoenix Coyotes currently have 10 prospects in the collegiate ranks.

01-14-2007 - Coyotes AHL prospects update

Already off to a slow start, it's shaping up to be another long season for the Coyotes prospects in the AHL

11-30-2006 - Coyotes junior prospects update

Peter Mueller and Martin Hanzal are leading the way out west among Phoenix junior prospects.

10-06-2006 - San Antonio 2006-07 season preview

The San Antonio Rampage look to turn around a rough 2005-06 season, in which they were by far one of the league’s weakest teams.

09-16-2006 - Coyotes 2006 Pacific Division Shootout review

Phoenix Coyotes prospects held off the Los Angeles Kings to capture their second title in the tourney’s short history.

09-12-2006 - Lindstrom returns to North America

Center Liam Lindstrom was born in Edmonton, but has spent his formative years in Sweden, in relative obscurity.

09-09-2006 - Coyotes training camp preview

Unless the Phoenix Coyotes unload some players in the next few weeks, the roster is going to be pretty hard to crack for prospects.

08-16-2006 - Coyotes top 20 prospects

Newcomer Peter Mueller takes over as the Phoenix Coyotes’ new top prospect.

07-13-2006 - Q&A with Josh Tordjman

Free agent signee Josh Tordjman is taking part in the Coyotes first ever prospects conditioning camp.

07-10-2006 - Coyotes host first ever prospects conditioning camp

With 26 players in attendance, Phoenix hosts the most talent in the club’s history.

07-10-2006 - Zeiler and Pietrasiak look to earn contracts before the deadline

As August 15 approaches, the pair of college prospects look to ink a deal with the Coyotes.

07-01-2006 - Q&A with Tom Kurvers, Coyotes Director of Player Personnel

Kurvers breaks down the Coyotes latest draft picks and offers a glimpse of where the franchise is headed.

06-26-2006 - Coyotes 2006 draft review

The Coyotes were elated that Peter Mueller fell to them at the No. 8 spot.

06-16-2006 - Coyotes 2006 draft preview

The Phoenix Coyotes hold the No. 8 spot in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.

06-06-2006 - Coyotes 2001 draft evaluation

Of the Phoenix Coyotes had eight selections at the 2001 Entry Draft, only former first round pick Fredrik Sjostrom is currently on the team’s NHL roster.

05-18-2006 - Coyotes AHL/ECHL prospects season review

Coyotes prospects saw time with San Antonio of the AHL, Stockton of the ECHL, and Laredo of the CHL.

05-03-2006 - Coyotes 2005-06 rookie review

Coming out of training camp, the Phoenix Coyotes had a trio of rookies with the club. As time progressed, only two of the three would stay on and play the entire NHL season.

04-11-2006 - Coyotes European prospects season review

A look at how the Phoenix Coyotes prospects playing in Europe fared during the 2005-06 season.

04-04-2006 - Thomas off and running with the Coyotes

Signed by the Coyotes, free agent forward Bill Thomas fast-tracked to the NHL.

03-29-2006 - Coyotes CHL prospects season review

In the 2005-06 season, all the (healthy) Phoenix Coyotes CHL prospects played significant roles on their teams.

03-28-2006 - Calder Corner: Ballard a pleasure to coach

Ballard’s 32 points rank him eighth among all Coyotes scorers and third among all rookie defensemen.

03-07-2006 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects

Before he’s set to graduate, Keith Ballard takes over as the top prospect for the Phoenix Coyotes.

03-01-2006 - Hanzal back on track in the USHL

His move to North America a long time in the making, Coyotes prospect Martin Hanzal has started to make strides in USHL.

02-21-2006 - Sophomore Porter steps up

Coyotes prospect Kevin Porter continues to excel in a supporting role at the University of Michigan.

02-04-2006 - Coyotes NCAA prospects update

The Phoenix Coyotes have nine prospects competing in the NCAA this season. While two prospects are in their senior seasons, it is actually the underclassmen who are making a lot of noise.

12-30-2005 - Coyotes AHL prospects update

The San Antonio Rampage offense is anemic and the same holds true for the Phoenix Coyotes forward prospects individually.

11-20-2005 - Big Wheeler part of strong-performing Gopher freshman class

The Coyotes first overall selection from 2004 Blake Wheeler is on the right track with the University of Minnesota.

11-18-2005 - Coyotes CHL prospects update

The Phoenix Coyotes currently have seven prospects playing in junior organizations in North America.

10-18-2005 - Coyotes system audit, Part 2

Under the direction of General Manager Michael Barnett, the Phoenix Coyotes refocused on drafting and development, in preparation for play under the new CBA.

10-16-2005 - Coyotes system audit, Part 1

While the Phoenix Coyotes have struggled out of the gate, there remains excitement centered a quartet of prospects who remain on the 23-man roster.

10-09-2005 - Four prospects make Coyotes roster

Coyotes prospects David LeNeveu, Zbynek Michalek, Fredrik Sjostrom and Keith Ballard are currently listed on Phoenix’s 23-man roster.

10-04-2005 - San Antonio Rampage season preview

The San Antonio Rampage will take the lead as the Phoenix Coyotes' top development medium as both franchises enter into a new relationship.

09-25-2005 - Q&A with Matt Jones

Rookie Matt Jones is still in camp with the Phoenix Coyotes after four years at UND.

09-17-2005 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects

Goaltender David LeNeveu retains the top spot on the Phoenix Coyotes prospects list.

09-13-2005 - Coyotes 2005 Rookie Tournament review

A look back at how the Phoenix Coyotes prospects did at the 2005 Pacific Division Rookie Tournament, with input from management.

09-11-2005 - Yandle decides to suit up with Moncton

Phoenix Coyotes prospect Keith Yandle has decided not to go the college route, but instead to head to the QMJHL to play for the Moncton Wildcats.

09-10-2005 - Q&A with Kevin Cormier

Phoenix Coyotes prospect Kevin Cormier will play his second season with the Halifax Mooseheads in 2005-06.

09-09-2005 - Monych ready to deliver at the next level

Phoenix Coyotes prospect Lance Monych is gearing up to finally stick in the professional ranks for the 2005-06 season.

08-25-2005 - Coyotes offseason news and notes

Player movement, new affiliate and a rookie tournament roster for the Phoenix Coyotes.

07-31-2005 - Coyotes 2005 draft review

The Phoenix Coyotes made five selections in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft, beginning with Martin Hanzal with the 17th pick.

07-31-2005 - Post-draft Q&A with Coyotes Director of Player Personnel Tom Kurvers

Tom Kurvers is in his eighth season with the Phoenix Coyotes, and recently took over as the Director of Player Personnel.

07-26-2005 - Coyotes 2005 draft preview

The Phoenix Coyotes hold the 17th overall selection in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.

05-23-2005 - Coyotes 2000 draft evaluation

Of the eight players drafted by the Phoenix Coyotes in the 2000 Entry Draft, only two have seen NHL action.

05-07-2005 - Coyotes NCAA prospects season review

Nine of the Phoenix Coyotes' prospects competed in the NCAA during the 2004-05 season.

05-05-2005 - Coyotes ECHL prospects season review

A look at how the four Phoenix Coyotes who began the season with the ECHL Idaho Steelheads fared.

05-04-2005 - Coyotes AHL prospects review

Ten Phoenix Coyotes prospects either began the season with the Utah Grizzlies or spent the majority of the season playing there.

05-04-2005 - Coyotes junior prospects season review

A look at the Phoenix prospects currently developing in junior programs across Northern America.

04-11-2005 - Spiller provides strength for struggling Grizzlies

Matthew Spiller has been the backbone of the Utah Grizzlies defensive corps this year after spending the majority of the 2003-04 season with the Phoenix Coyotes.

04-10-2005 - Q&A with Randall Gelech

The 21-year-old Phoenix Coyotes prospect Randall Gelech has had a fine rookie season with the Utah Grizzlies of the American Hockey League.

03-04-2005 - Lukes finds his game in Idaho

Phoenix Coyotes prospect Frank Lukes has had a remarkable February with the ECHL Idaho Steelheads.

02-28-2005 - Kolarik helping Michigan gel at right time

Michigan Wolverines freshman and Phoenix Coyotes prospect Chad Kolarik is making a splash in the CCHA.

02-21-2005 - Coyotes AHL prospects update

The Phoenix Coyotes have 10 prospects playing for new AHL affiliate Utah Grizzlies.

02-14-2005 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects

David LeNeveu tops the list of Phoenix Coyotes Top 20 prospects.

01-29-2005 - Gibbons and Seattle are bound by goals

Phoenix Coyotes prospect Ryan Gibbons talks about his play this season and his team's hopes for the postseason.

01-28-2005 - Q&A with Logan Stephenson

Phoenix Coyotes prospect and Tri-City defenseman Logan Stephenson is happy to be back the ice with the Americans.

01-05-2005 - Coyotes junior prospects update

Update on Phoenix Coyotes prospects including Blake Wheeler, Olivier Latendresse, and Aaron Gagnon.

12-24-2004 - Coyotes VP and Assistant GM Laurence Gilman tracks team's prospects

Coyotes Vice President and Assistant General Manager Laurence Gilman, who also doubles as the AHL Utah Grizzlies GM, talks about the organization's prospects and affiliates.

12-23-2004 - Coyotes ECHL prospects update

A check-up on the four prospects the Phoenix Coyotes have playing with the ECHL Idaho Steelheads.

12-04-2004 - Coyotes junior prospects update

Phoenix prospects Blake Wheeler, Olivier Latendresse, and Aaron Gagnon all lead their respective teams in scoring.

12-03-2004 - Coyotes NCAA prospects update

A look at how the Phoenix youth in the NCAA and their programs are progressing.

11-18-2004 - Gagnon helps Thunderbirds take flight

Led by Coyotes prospect Aaron Gagnon, players are excelling under new Seattle head coach Rob Sumner.

11-16-2004 - Winnik stepping up with UNH Wildcats

Phoenix prospect Daniel Winnik is helping push UNH to the top of Hockey East.

11-04-2004 - Coyotes juniors prospects update

The Phoenix Coyotes currently have nine prospects currently playing in junior organizations in North America, including Blake Wheeler in the USHL.

11-03-2004 - Coyotes NCAA prospects update

The Phoenix Coyotes have eight prospects playing in the collegiate ranks in the 2004-05 season.

10-23-2004 - Idaho Steelheads season preview

The Idaho Steelheads have five prospects under Phoenix Coyotes contract, including goaltender Frank Doyle out of Maine.

10-12-2004 - Utah Grizzlies season preview

Matthew Spiller and Fredrik Sjostrom will return to play with the Utah Grizzlies.

10-08-2004 - Utah Grizzlies training camp review

A player by player look at the performances of prospects attending Utah Grizzlies training camp.

10-06-2004 - Phoenix Coach Rick Bowness still hard at work with prospects

The Coyotes head coach is in Boise, Idaho at Utah Grizzlies camp to further the organization's mission.

10-04-2004 - Q&A with Landon Bathe

Hockey's Future talks to one of the newest Coyotes, signed as a free agent after the Rookie Tournament.

10-01-2004 - Q&A with David LeNeveu

Phoenix’s future backstop prepares for the upcoming 2004-05 AHL season with the Utah Grizzlies.

09-20-2004 - Coyotes rookie tournament review, Part 2

A player by player look at the Phoenix Coyote hopefuls and tryout players who attended the Pacific Division Rookie Tournament.

09-16-2004 - Coyotes rookie tournament review, Part 1

A fresh crop of Phoenix Coyote hopefuls and tryout players gelled over the weekend to finish third in the Pacific Division Rookie Tournament.

08-28-2004 - Coyotes offseason prospects update

Signings, new minor league affiliation agreements, development camps and tournaments highlight the activities of the Phoenix Coyotes prospects this summer.

08-18-2004 - Coyotes Top 20 prospects

Keith Ballard is first on the Phoenix Coyotes Top 20 prospects list.

08-02-2004 - Coyotes 2004 draft review

The Phoenix Coyotes made 10 selections in the 2004 Entry Draft, headlined by Blake Wheeler.

06-27-2004 - Coyotes see “tremendous upside” in Wheeler

The Phoenix Coyotes stunned NHL Draft onlookers with the fifth overall selection of high school star Blake Wheeler. Read on for comments from the Great One and Wheeler.

06-18-2004 - Coyotes 2004 draft preview

The Phoenix Coyotes hold the No. 5 pick in the 2004 Entry Draft.

04-26-2004 - Coyotes rookie review 2003-04

A look at the seven rookies who suited up for the Phoenix Coyotes this season.

03-16-2004 - Coyotes getting look at prospects

As the Coyotes fall out of playoff contention, general manager Mike Barnett is bringing up Coyotes prospects from their AHL affiliate in Springfield to give them a taste of the NHL.

03-03-2004 - Springfield Falcon rises to Phoenix

The road to the NHL has been an interesting one for prospect Fredrik Sjostrom. After leaving Sweden for the Calgary Hitmen of the WHL, Fredrik Sjostrom now finds himself back in Calgary, only this time as a member of the opposition, as a Phoenix Coyote. HF chatted with Fredrik over the weekend in his old stomping grounds...

06-26-2003 - Coyotes draft review

Review of the eight picks by the Phoenix Coyotes in the 2003 entry draft.

05-31-2003 - Coyotes Prospect Notebook

A look at Coyotes News and Notes on prospects and their condition for the upcoming season.

04-26-2003 - Coyotes to Serve as Springfield's Sole Affiliate

For months there have been rumors speculating that the Phoenix Coyotes would be moving their AHL prospects closer to home - such as Tucson, Las Vegas and most recently, Salt Lake City.

03-13-2003 - Coyotes News and Notes

A look at Coyotes News and Notes for the past week including Recalls, Injury News, and Prospect Honors.

12-12-2002 - Statistical Update for Coyotes Prospects

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks is back again with a statistical update for Coyotes prospects from the NCAA, WHL, OHL, AHL, ECHL, NHL, and Europe.

09-12-2002 - Sens and Coyotes Rookie Camp Analysis

Hull correspondent Scott Petersen checks back in with his observances of the Senator and Coyote Rookies in action at the Hull Prospect Tournament. Read on for more....

09-09-2002 - Coyotes Wrap up 3rd Place in Hull

Phoenix Coyotes rookie Michael Schutte exemplified everything that was right for the Coyotes in their final performance at the...

09-07-2002 - Ottawa Steamrolls Phoenix, Will Face Florida Sunday

The Ottawa Senators continued to steamroll their competition right into a berth in the finals at the rookie tournament in Hull, Quebec...

09-07-2002 - Marty McSorley's Career Takes a New Turn

Practice ended five minutes earlier but Marty McSorley remains on the ice for a little game of keep-away with Phoenix Coyotes’ top-prospect Fredrik Sjostrom...

09-07-2002 - Hockey's Future Interview with Jeff Taffe

After the Coyote’s second match of the Hull Rookie Tournament, Hockey’s Future was able to catch up with Phoenix’s prospect and the former Golden Gopher Jeff Taffe...

09-05-2002 - Cat's Defense Stifles the Coyotes

New goaltender, same problem for the Phoenix Coyotes. Same goaltender, same great performance for the Florida Panthers....

09-04-2002 - Canadiens Down the Coyotes in Game 1 at Hull

The shootout at Robert Guertin arena lasted just one period, but it seemed like it would never end. Through a flurry of defensive miscues and endless scoring chances, the prospect-laden...

07-03-2002 - Phoenix Coyotes Draft Review Part 2

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at Day 2 of the Coyotes Draft Picks in the 2002 Entry Draft. He analyzes the Coyotes draft picks in this article.

06-23-2002 - Phoenix Coyotes Draft Review Part 1

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at Day 1 of the Coyotes Draft Picks in the 2002 Entry Draft. He analyzes the Coyotes draft picks in this article.

06-09-2002 - Phoenix Coyotes 2002 Draft Preview

The NHL Entry Draft has been likened to gambling. Trying to forecast what kind of a NHL player someone might turn into three to four years later is like gambling. Teams hire scouts who observe teenage players all over the world to try and predict what 18 year old will develop into an NHL player and will hopefully bring a Stanley Cup to that city....

05-05-2002 - Coyotes Prospect Review (Part 2)

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at the prospects with last names L-Z in the Coyotes Organization with a recap and final statistic for each player included. Keep Reading for Excellent Information!

05-02-2002 - Coyotes Prospect Review (Part 1)

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at the prospects with last names A-K in the Coyotes Organization with a recap and final statistic for each player included. Keep Reading for Excellent Information!

03-07-2002 - Coyotes News and Notes

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at Coyotes Recalls, Injury News, European News, and Prospect Honors. Keep reading for information!

03-06-2002 - Stat Update for Coyotes Prospects (3/06)

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks is back again with a statistical update for 38 Coyotes prospects from North America and Europe.

02-06-2002 - Centers with the Coyotes

In this article, Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at all the centers who are currently prospects in the Coyotes Organization. Keep reading for some excellent information.

01-18-2002 - Wingers in the Coyotes Organization

In this article, Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at all the left and right wingers who are currently prospects in the Coyotes Organization

01-12-2002 - Coyotes WJC Recap

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks recaps all six Coyotes prospects who played in the Czech Republic at the World Junior Championships.

01-01-2002 - Coyotes at the WJC

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at the six Coyotes prospects that are participating in the World Junior Championships over in the Czech Republic.

12-03-2001 - Kolanos Named November Rookie of the Month

Calder Candidate Krys Kolanos was named NHL November Rookie of the Month. Keep reading for some excellent information.

11-12-2001 - Coyotes Prospects with Springfield

Coyotes Editor Russell Brooks takes a look at the Coyotes prospects playing for Springfield this year.

10-25-2001 - AHL Report: SpringField Falcons Weekly Recap

AHL Report's Editor Doug Manners checks in with his latest Springfield Falcons Report. Read on for more and make sure to visit the AHL Report every day!

10-11-2001 - Coyotes Minor League notes

Coyotes Writer Russell Brooks takes a look at some of the latest recent news in the minors.

10-02-2001 - Coyotes Preseason Wrap-up

Coyotes Writer Russell Brooks takes a look at the Coyotes preseason and all the new faces in the lineup.

09-25-2001 - New Look Coyotes impressive in Preseason

The Coyotes have shipped off almost all of their high-priced talent in a plan that's aimed at making them a real contender in about three years when they're able to get into a new up and coming Glendale arena.

09-07-2001 - FLA-PHO Rookie Game Recap

HULL, Quebec - The four-team 2001 NHL prospects tournament continued on Friday at the Robert-Guertin Arena just outside of Ottawa with the Phoenix....

08-21-2001 - Coyotes Update: Signings, Signings and More Signings

Coyotes' Editor Brandon LeBourveau shares his thoughts on the recent signings and news surrounding the Phoenix organization. Take a look!

08-12-2001 - New Coyotes' Top 20

Coyotes' Editor Brandon LeBourveau has taken the time to construct new rankings for the top 20 prospects in the organization. Where does Fredrik Sjostrom rank? How about Martin Grenier? Make sure to take a look at the article to see where your favorite Coyotes' prospect has been ranked!

08-07-2001 - Rumblings in the Desert

Phoenix Coyotes' Editor Brandon LeBourveau shares his thoughts on the recent signings made by the team, as well as the Krystofer Kolanos situation and the Michael Barnett rumors. Keep reading for your enjoyment!

07-05-2001 - News and notes

Here is the latest news revolving around the Phoenix Coyotes.

06-24-2001 - Phoenix Coyotes 2001 NHL Draft Review

Hey, who did the Coyotes select in the 2001 Entry Draft? For all the answers check out Coyotes' Editor Brandon LeBourveau's 2001 Draft Review!

06-19-2001 - Coyotes trade for Markov

The Coyotes have been the busiest team in the NHL over the last month or so, as they have announced three more trades while signing another unsigned 1999 Draftee. Check out this article for more info!

06-06-2001 - Phoenix Signs Martin Grenier

The Phoenix Coyotes announced on Tuesday that they have reached a multi-year agreement with unrestricted defenseman Martin Grenier.

05-20-2001 - Draft Situation Gets Worse for Coyotes

Why don't the Coyotes have 2 1st round picks this year? Didn't they get one from the St. Louis Blues in the Keith Tkachuk deal? Read more to find out!

04-12-2001 - Big Decision for the Coyotes

The Phoenix Coyotes have a big decision to make before June 1st, 2001. Should they sign Moose Jaw Warriors' Center Scott Kelman or let him re-enter the 2001 Entry Draft? That is the question.

03-10-2001 - Coyotes Welcome New Faces

After almost 2 years in a contract dispute, the Phoenix Coyotes finally pulled the trigger on a deal that sent all-star goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin to the Tampa Bay Lightning for a package of 3 young players and a 2nd round draft pick.

02-01-2001 - Coyotes Update: Catching Up On Some News

Well, since I haven't updated in a while, a lot of news has happened with the Coyotes that has gone unnoticed by many. So here is a couple of things to catch everyone up with what has gone on in the last month or so.

01-31-2001 - Coyotes Update: Rookies Making An Impact

Three Phoenix Coyotes' rookies (Ossi Vaananen, Wyatt Smith and Robert Esche) have played important roles this season and have all contributed greatly to the Coyotes' success...

07-07-2000 - Phoenix Coyotes: Band Aid Solutions

Bobby Smith is in deep trouble. With the imminent arrival of Wayne Gretzky as President of Hockey Operations, Smith is expected to be replaced by Gretzky’s agent Mike Barnett. In the meantime, Smith is beset by numerous personnel problems.

07-06-2000 - Coyotes Draft Review

Going into the 2000 draft I wanted the Coyotes to take a gamble onplayers with huge upsides. They did not disappoint as several of theCoyote picks were made for skilled offensive players who are years awayfrom making any sort of impact in the

06-25-2000 - Coyotes Roll Dice on Kolanos

The Phoenix Coyotes rolled the dice in the 2000 draft by selecting three forwards with their first three picks. They were attempting to get bigger and more aggressive.

06-14-2000 - Phoenix Coyotes 2000 Draft Preview

When Wayne Gretzky joined the Phoenix Coyote franchise it was supposed to serve as notice for the entire NHL that the Coyotes organization was to be taken seriously; that they were serious about making a run at becoming one of the NHL elite. If the C

04-24-2000 - Phoenix Coyotes Update

Expect one thing from the Phoenix Coyotes this summer. Changes. Lots and lots of changes. When Steve Ellman purchased the Coyotes franchise earlier this week, he purchased a team full of disenchanted players...

03-24-2000 - First Round Draft Ghosts Haunt Coyotes

With players like Teemu Selanne, Keith Tkachuk, Alexei Zhamnov, the Phoenix Coyotes/Winnipeg Jets franchise had at one moment assembled one of the deepest talent pools in the NHL...

05-24-1999 - Lack of Bite in Coyotes

Another season has passed, and another first round loss for the Phoenix Coyotes. Most people point out that Jeremy Roenick wasn't 100% after the vicious elbow he received from Derian Hatcher of the Dallas Stars. But the fact of the matter is they we


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