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TIMELINE: A look at the Coyotes' time in Arizona

The Coyotes moved to Arizona in 1996 and played their final season here in 2024
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Posted at 7:33 PM, Apr 16, 2024
and last updated 2024-04-19 12:02:14-04

PHOENIX — Arizona got its first NHL team in 1996 when the Winnipeg Jets moved to Phoenix and changed their name to the Coyotes.

After playing a few seasons at (then) America West Arena (now Footprint Center), the Phoenix Coyotes moved to Glendale in 2003 and officially became the Arizona Coyotes in 2014.

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Now, with no place to call home in the Grand Canyon State, the 'Yotes are moving to Utah.

As we say goodbye to the Coyotes, here's a look back at the team's history: