The National Hockey League (NHL) is committed to keeping the Arizona Coyotes in the state despite a failed arena referendum. NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman recently reiterated the league’s commitment to the team and its fans.
The Coyotes have been in Arizona since 1996, and the team has been struggling financially for years. The team has been unable to secure a new arena, which is necessary for the team to remain viable. In November 2018, a referendum was put forth to fund a new arena, but it failed to pass.
Despite the failed referendum, Commissioner Bettman is confident that the Coyotes can remain in Arizona. He recently stated that the league is “committed to finding a solution that will keep the Coyotes in Arizona and ensure their long-term success.” He went on to say that the league is “working with the Coyotes ownership group and local officials to identify a viable arena solution that will benefit the team, its fans, and the community.”
The league is exploring a variety of options, including public-private partnerships and other financing options. Commissioner Bettman also noted that the league is open to considering other locations for the team if necessary.
The Coyotes have been an important part of the Arizona sports landscape for over two decades, and the league is determined to keep them in the state. Commissioner Bettman’s comments show that the league is committed to finding a solution that will keep the team in Arizona and ensure its long-term success. The league is exploring all available options and is open to considering other locations if necessary. It remains to be seen what the ultimate outcome will be, but one thing is certain: the NHL is committed to keeping the Coyotes in Arizona.
