Fox Sports Arizona Will Televise Arizona State/Arizona Football Game Nov 19, 2008
FOX Sports Arizona televises the most regional sports action in the state and is the exclusive cable television home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Phoenix Coyotes, Phoenix Suns, Arizona Cardinals, Arizona State University, University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University, Arizona Rattlers and Phoenix Mercury. FOX Sports Arizona is currently seen in 2. (Thesundevils.com)
NHL power rankings Nov 18, 2008
"Luongo is a major candidate for MVP and for the Vezina Trophy," said former NHL goalie Darren Pang, a Phoenix Coyotes TV analyst. "Vancouver is exceeding expectations and he wins close games. He makes everyone on Vancouver a better player.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Tocchet's debut a downer Nov 17, 2008
He rejoined the Phoenix Coyotes as an assistant in February, then was hired by Melrose in the offseason. "The last thing I need to do is show the guys that I'm too anxious or stuff like that," said Tocchet. (Boston Globe)
Hurricanes outshoot Lightning, spoil Tocchet's coaching debut Nov 17, 2008
He rejoined the Phoenix Coyotes as an assistant coach last February, then was hired by Melrose in the offseason. and both failed in the shootout, giving the Hurricanes only their second victory in six games. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wild score 4 power-play goals in 4-0 win Nov 15, 2008
Niklas Backstrom stopped 24 shots for his second shutout of the season, and the Wild scored four power-play goals to beat the Phoenix Coyotes 4-0 on Thursday night. Marek Zidlicky scored twice and had an assist for Minnesota, which defeated the Coyotes for the ninth straight time. (FOX 11, AZ)
Forbes suggests Phoenix Coyotes be sold Nov 12, 2008
The Phoenix Coyotes again lost in Forbes' annual valuation of professional hockey franchises. But the Glendale-based team is shrugging off the numbers, dismissing the magazine's recommendation to sell or even high-tail it. (AZCentral -- Business)
GAME REPORT: Coytoes 4, Sharks 2 Nov 10, 2008
(AP) -Olli Jokinen and the Phoenix Coyotes overcame a rough start to stop the NHL's top team. Jokinen had two goals and an assist Sunday night and the Coyotes came back from an early two-goal deficit to beat San Jose 4-2, snapping the Sharks' seven-game winning streak. (USA Today -- Sports)
Oilers stop Devils Nov 10, 2008
Olli Jokinen had two goals and an assist and Phoenix Coyotes beat San Jose to snap the Sharks' seven-game winning streak. Peter Mueller scored the go-ahead goal early in the second period, and Viktor Tikhonov added his first career goal for the Coyotes, who have won three of four. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Grabovski gets the last laugh Nov 9, 2008
He became frustrated with a lack of playing time with the Canadiens last season, and caused a stir when Montreal coach Guy Carbonneau scratched him from the lineup for a game against the Phoenix Coyotes in early March. The Canadiens were on a western trip, and Grabovski left the team to fly ahead to Los Angeles to discuss his annoyance with his agent, Gary Greenstin. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Bruins' Wheeler is a tricky rookie Nov 7, 2008
Drafted fifth overall by the Phoenix Coyotes in 2004, Wheeler played at the University of Minnesota for three years before turning pro this summer. He came to Boston's training camp with the expectation that he would probably spend his first year in the American Hockey League with Providence. (Boston Globe)
Bieksa scores lone goal in Vancouver's win Nov 7, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Kevin Bieksa scored 12 minutes into the game and Roberto Luongo made 28 saves for his second straight shutout as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Phoenix Coyotes 1-0 on Thursday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Diamondbacks find new pool sponsor Nov 7, 2008
The privately held company, which has 28 locations in six states, also this year began sponsorships with the Arizona Cardinals and Phoenix Coyotes. The deal with the Diamondbacks runs for three years, while the other two sponsorships are for two years. (AZCentral -- Business)
Jovanovski leads Coyotes to 4-2 win over Flames Nov 5, 2008
Phoenix Coyotes' Steven Reinprecht, right, celebrates his goal with Kevin Porter during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Calgary Flames in Calgary, Alberta, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2008 ... CALGARY, Alberta - Ed Jovanovski, Derek Morris and Steve Reinprecht scored their first goals of the season Tuesday night to lead the Phoenix Coyotes to a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames. (Anchorage Daily News)
Opinion: First-hand lessons on second-season struggles Nov 5, 2008
Peter Mueller, Phoenix Coyotes: After a solid 22-goal rookie season, Mueller, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2006 draft, is on pace for his first 30-goal season with three goals through eight games. Of his three goals, two were game-winners. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Islanders blow lead, rally to victory in OT Nov 5, 2008
The Ottawa Senators acquired defenseman Drew Fata from the Phoenix Coyotes for forward Alexander Nikulin. The Blue Jackets have activated left wing Fredrik Modin off injured reserve and sent right wing Derek Dorsett to the minors. (Albany Times Union)
Fata, Nikulin traded in Senators-Coyotes deal Nov 4, 2008
Ottawa Senators, Phoenix Coyotes make trade - NHL - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Sabathia's the big fish in MLB free-agent pond Nov 4, 2008
The Ottawa Senators acquired defenseman Drew Fata from the Phoenix Coyotes for forward Alexander Nikulin. SOCCER. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Yotes pull trade Nov 4, 2008
OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators acquired defenseman Drew Fata from the Phoenix Coyotes for forward Alexander Nikulin on Monday. Fata has no points in seven games this season with Phoenix's American Hockey League affiliate in San Antonio. (AZCentral -- Sports)
RINK REPORT: Previewing the week ahead Nov 3, 2008
Florida Panthers at Phoenix Coyotes (Saturday): These teams pulled off one of the bigger offseason trades with going to Phoenix for defensemen and. Jokinen (10 points) is tied for the team scoring lead, though the Coyotes have opened 4-5 as they did last season. (USA Today -- Sports)
TIGHT JACKETS: Columbus running out of time to right ship Nov 1, 2008
On draft day, the Phoenix Coyotes remedied their own long-standing need for a legitimate first-line center by sending defenders Keith Ballard and Nick Boynton and a second-round pick to the Panthers for Olli Jokinen. Afterwards, the general consensus was surprise that Florida didn't obtain more for their captain and leading scorer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Malkin urges Penguins, including himself, to play harder Nov 1, 2008
He is day to day because of an undisclosed injury that forced him to leave the third period of a 4-1 loss Thursday against the Phoenix Coyotes in Glendale, Ariz. After that game, several Penguins expressed frustration over the team's play lately, citing a lack of urgency or effort, a reluctance to follow coach Michel Therrien's system and the need for more time to adjust to several offseason roster changes. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The key eight Nov 1, 2008
Kyle Turris, Phoenix Coyotes. Games played: 8. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Crosby leaves with injury as Pens succumb to Coyotes Oct 31, 2008
scored twice and added an assist, and the Phoenix Coyotes beat Pittsburgh 4-1 on Thursday night. also scored, Steven Reinprecht and each had two assists and made 27 saves for Phoenix. (USA Today -- Sports)
Penguins lose to Coyotes, 4-1 Oct 31, 2008
Crosby, now the team captain and face of the NHL, left a 4-1 loss against the Phoenix Coyotes in the third period with an undisclosed injury. It appeared he got jabbed in the rib area at one point, and that is what Fox Sports Arizona reported, but someone affiliated with the team denied that was the problem -- but offered no other specifics. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Team's frustration over losses bubbling over Oct 31, 2008
After a 4-1 loss to the Phoenix Coyotes last night, forward Jordan Staal was as candid as any player has so far been about problems the Penguins are having. "We just didn't come out prepared for this game," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Penguins Notebook: Cries of Ulf heard in visit to Arizona against Coyotes (Today) Oct 31, 2008
Samuelsson is in his third season as associate coach to Wayne Gretzky with the Phoenix Coyotes, who played host to the Penguins in a late game at Arena. "From one legend to the other legend," Samuelsson said after the Coyotes' morning skate. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Crosby hurt in Penguins' loss Oct 31, 2008
Shane Doan scored twice and added an assist to lift the Phoenix Coyotes to a 4-1 victory last night in Glendale, Ariz. over the Pittsburgh Penguins, who lost star Sidney Crosby to an undisclosed injury with less than five minutes left in the second period. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Head hits not a black-and-white issue Oct 29, 2008
Kurt Sauer of the Phoenix Coyotes propelled Andrei Kostitsyn of the Montreal Canadiens into the glass with his shoulder and arms. But Kostitsyn was stickhandling with his head down and did not see the Coyotes' defenceman coming. (Globe and Mail)
Yotes crave action in slow schedule Oct 28, 2008
Phoenix Coyotes head coach Wayne Gretzky watches the scoreboard as his team falls behind against the Calgary Flames on Oct. 25. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
• Ovechkin leaves Capitals to be with grandfather Oct 28, 2008
Washington Capitals' Alex Ovechkin, Russia, celebrates a goal by teammate Brooks Laich against the Phoenix Coyotes in the second period of a hockey game Thursday, Oct. 23, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. Coyotes' Derek Morris (53) skates away from the celebration. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Flames beat Coyotes 4-1 Oct 26, 2008
- Miikka Kiprusoff made 23 saves and Todd Bertuzzi and Dion Phaneuf scored power-play goals in the Calgary Flames' 4-1 victory over the Phoenix Coyotes on Saturday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Canucks use big third period to beat Oilers Oct 26, 2008
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Heated Scottsdale mayoral race still tight Oct 26, 2008
They blame her for losing the Phoenix Coyotes' hockey arena to Glendale. They see the development that replaced it, SkySong, as a failed attempt to revitalize south Scottsdale. (AZCentral -- News)
Matt Murley, KHL Deal Investigated Oct 25, 2008
The IIHF believes the former Pittsburgh Penguins and Phoenix Coyotes winger did not have the required paperwork to play. The world body has asked for written statements from the three parties within 15 days. (FOX23 News, NY)
Boedker and Mueller score in 3rd, rally Coyotes Oct 24, 2008
- Mikkel Boedker and Peter Mueller scored four minutes apart early in the third period and the Phoenix Coyotes rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 2-1 Thursday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
The Valley's priciest home sales Oct 22, 2008
She is the former wife of Bob Francis, former head coach of the Phoenix Coyotes. Together, they sold another home west of this one in August for $1. (AZCentral -- Business)
* Sport Briefs Oct 19, 2008
Gretzky was not interested in returning to the executive director role but the all-time leading scorer in NHL history, now a coach and part-owner for the NHL Phoenix Coyotes, did say he would be interested in an advisory role. The Great One also did not rule out taking the coaching post for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics as the Canadians try to bounce back from 2006 disappointment at Turin with gold on home ice. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Coyotes drop third straight game Oct 19, 2008
Alex Tanguay scored twice and Saku Koivu had a goal and two assists to lead Montreal to a 4-1 win over the Phoenix Coyotes on Saturday night ... Montreal Canadiens goaltender Carey Price, right, makes a save off Phoenix Coyotes' Steven Reinprecht during the first period in Montreal, Saturday. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Savard's luck just ran out Oct 18, 2008
" The short answer is, absolutely. He's the guy picking splinters from his butt on the bench. Presumably Tampa Bay's mercurial ownership will put a bug in coach Barry Melrose's ear to give Stamkos, averaging 9:27 through three games -- including a mere 6:05 cameo against Carolina last weekend -- a little more ice time, although vice-president of hockey operations Brian Lawton cautioned prior to the start of the season that Stamkos would not be rushed. The situation stands in contrast to how the... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
'Hawks Fire Savard Oct 18, 2008
Tallon has to be looking somewhat admiringly at the Phoenix Coyotes. Although their roster also relies heavily on blue-chippers like Peter Mueller, Mikkel Boedker and Kyle Turris, GM Don Maloney has surrounded them with players like Olli Jokinen and Shane Doan, veterans who are capable of easing the pressure on the youngsters. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Tanabe's career is over Oct 18, 2008
COYOTES' CARCILLO SUSPENDED: Phoenix Coyotes left wing Daniel Carcillo has been suspended for two games without pay for a fight during Wednesday's game against the Chicago Blackhawks. GREENE GETS EXTENSION: Defenseman Matt Greene has signed a five-year extension with the Los Angeles Kings through the 2013-14 season, the team said Friday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coyotes fall into hole, lose at Ottawa Oct 18, 2008
Jason Spezza had two goals and two assists, Jarko Ruutu also scored twice and the Senators beat the Phoenix Coyotes 6-3 Friday night. Dany Heatley and Anton Volchenkov also scored for the Senators. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Union raps Wal-Mart move to close unionized shop Oct 18, 2008
Jason Spezza collected four points, including No. 250 of his NHL career, and linemate Daniel Alfredsson returned to the Senators' lineup in a 6-3 victory over the visiting Phoenix Coyotes on Friday night. Canadian consumer confidence this month fell to levels not seen since 1982, when the country was in recession, the Conference Board of Canada reported Friday. (CBC.ca)
Ducks not panicking over 0-4 start Oct 17, 2008
It's why Phoenix Coyotes GM Don Maloney said a good start is imperative to make the playoffs. The word "parity" used to be thrown around like it was a never-to-be-reached idealistic destination, such as "utopia" or "nirvana." But now that the NHL has achieved parity, it seems to make every coach and general manager uncomfortable to be there. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sports world also pays price amid struggling economy Oct 17, 2008
College football is entertainment," he says. Mark Franklin of North Scottsdale, Ariz., says his season tickets to the NHL's Phoenix Coyotes "are the only positive thing" in his life right now. "The economy's going to hell in a handbasket," he says. "I want to enjoy the game and take my mind off the financial pressure that's out there. " Contributing: Thomas Ankner in New York *** TELL US: How will the economic downturn affect your sports consumption? Posted Updated | | | To report corrections... (USA Today -- Sports)
Boys and Girls Club Swift Kids Branch opens to big crowd Oct 17, 2008
Moyes, owner of Swift Transportation and the Phoenix Coyotes, made the remarks at the Oct. 8 grand opening of the Glendale club at Maryland and 63rd avenues next to Harold W. Smith Elementary School. He was one of hundreds of Valley dignitaries who attended the celebration, including members of Glendale City Council and Mayor Elaine Scruggs. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Family witnesses power of bobblehead, sort of Oct 17, 2008
Getting ready to enjoy the Phoenix Coyotes season-opening game are the Barnhart family, left to right: Phil, Aaron, Jordan and MaryAnn. By George Witkowski. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Savard out as Chicago coach Oct 17, 2008
The Blackhawks, who have missed the playoffs nine of the past 10 seasons, are 1-2-1 after a 4-1 home win over the Phoenix Coyotes on Wednesday. "First and foremost, I'm proud of what we accomplished last year with the young kids in the lineup. I hope for them to do well," Savard told The Associated Press by phone. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blackhawks top Coyotes for first win Oct 16, 2008
Khabibulin made 29 saves, and Martin Havlat, Patrick Sharp, Brian Campbell and rookie Colin Fraser scored in the final 29 minutes to lead the Blackhawks to their first victory of the season, 4-1 over the Phoenix Coyotes on Wednesday night. Duncan Keith and Kris Versteeg each had two assists, and the Blackhawks (1-2-1) scored more than two goals in a game for the first time this season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Habs set for 100th anniversary celebrations Oct 15, 2008
The injured players Georges Laraque, Christopher Higgins and Francis Bouillon weren't on the road trip and almost certainly won't play in the club's home opener Wednesday night against the Boston Bruins (TSN, 7 p.m. ET), although all three may see action Saturday against the Phoenix Coyotes. As part of their 100th anniversary celebrations, the Canadiens will retire Patrick Roy's jersey during a ceremony on November 22. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
The lighter side of sports Oct 14, 2008
Phoenix Coyotes' Todd Fedoruk, bottom, laughs after head coach Wayne Gretzky, top, talks to him in the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Columbus Blue Jackets Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, in Glendale, Ariz. The Coyotes defeated the Blue Jackets 3-1. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Coyotes spoil Ducks' home opener with 4-2 win Oct 13, 2008
Phoenix Coyotes goalie Ilya Bryzgalov, from Russia, blocks a shot by Anaheim Ducks' Corey Perry during the first period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, in Anaheim, Calif ... - Rookies Kyle Turris and Mikkel Boedker both scored for the first time in the NHL, and Ilya Bryzgalov made 34 saves against his former Anaheim teammates to lead the Phoenix Coyotes to a 4-2 victory that spoiled the Ducks' home opener Sunday night. (Anchorage Daily News)
Rookies pace Coyotes Oct 13, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press Rookies Kyle Turris and Mikkel Boedker scored for the first time in the NHL, and Ilya Bryzgalov made 34 saves against his former Anaheim Ducks teammates to lead the Phoenix Coyotes to a 4-2 victory and spoil the Ducks' home opener Sunday night. Shane Doan added two goals for Phoenix, off to a 2-0 start this season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Coyotes spoil Ducks' home opener Oct 13, 2008
- Quite a lively bunch, the youth-infused Phoenix Coyotes ... The Phoenix Coyotes' Martin Hanzal, left, moves the puck away from Anaheim Ducks' Kent Huskins during the first period of the Coyotes' 4-2 win Sunday. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Gretzky, Coyotes excited to start season Oct 11, 2008
After five straight seasons of missing the playoffs, the Phoenix Coyotes believe they can finally break that drought in 2008-09. Wayne Gretzky begins his fourth full season as Coyotes coach on Saturday night facing plenty of expectations as his club opens the new campaign with a visit from the Columbus Blue Jackets. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tough early sked instant test for Badgers hockey Oct 10, 2008
The offense, meanwhile, will be a question mark in the absence of leading scorer Kyle Turris, a first-round pick who signed with the Phoenix Coyotes after his freshman season at Wisconsin. The Badgers return their next five top scorers from last season, led by Street and co-captain Blake Geoffrion, and that could lead to more balanced scoring. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Friesen's comeback ends Oct 10, 2008
ZIGOMANIS TRADED: The Phoenix Coyotes traded center Mike Zigomanis, 27, to the Pittsburgh Penguins for future considerations. The Carolina Hurricanes drafted him in the second round in 2001. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blackhawks' Eager suspended Oct 10, 2008
He will be eligible to return Oct. 15 against the Phoenix Coyotes. Eager's $9,667. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sharks Begin Hunt For The Cup Oct 10, 2008
The Pacific Division is loaded with top-flight teams including the Dallas Stars, which ousted the Sharks from last season's playoffs, the young and improving Phoenix Coyotes and Los Angeles Kings, in addition to the always dangerous Ducks who captured the Stanley Cup in 2007. Starting tonight the Sharks look to build on last season's 49-23-10 record. (NBC 11, CA)
New coach, Panthers look for fresh start Oct 10, 2008
The Panthers have a new coach behind the bench and last year's captain, Olli Jokinen, was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes this summer. But just what identity first-year coach Pete DeBoer is crafting for this club remains unclear. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Ice forecast Oct 8, 2008
By Jerry S. Mendoza, AP. One of the biggest questions hanging over the 2008-09 NHL season is whether the Wild can re-sign Marian Gaborik. (USA Today -- Sports)
RazorGator Reports NHL Rinks Attracting High Demand for Start of 2008-09 Season Oct 7, 2008
Vancouver Canucks $301 $129 $778 $227 Montreal Canadiens $283 $123 $705 $155 Toronto Maple Leafs $272 $100 $700 $201 Edmonton Oilers $244 $140 $503 $125 Calgary Flames $237 $146 $392 $185 New York Rangers $204 $90 $420 $152 Minnesota Wild $174 $103 $308 $108 Detroit Red Wings $170 $55 $588 $34 Pittsburgh Penguins $158 $89 $554 $155 Ottawa Senators $151 $73 $363 $42 Buffalo Sabres $147 $112 $273 $112 Washington Capitals $145 $84 $312 $70 San Jose Sharks $142 $50 $335 $68 New Jersey Devils $134... (PR Newswire)
Selanne has hat trick in Ducks' preseason win Oct 4, 2008
(AP) -Teemu Selanne scored three goals to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 4-1 preseason victory over the Phoenix Coyotes on Friday night. Selanne, the Ducks' all-time leading scorer, capped the hat trick with the game's final goal with 17:14 left in the third period. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Coyotes lose Oct 4, 2008
- Teemu Selanne scored three goals to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 4-1 exhibition victory over the Phoenix Coyotes on Friday night ... Phoenix Coyotes player Michael Zbynek checks Anaheim Duck forward Ryan Getzlaf during the second period of their NHL preseason hockey game in Anaheim on Friday. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Tiger Woods Tops BusinessWeek's Second Annual 'The Power 100' Ranking of the Most Powerful People in Sports Oct 3, 2008
"The Power 100" 1 Tiger Woods Golfer 2 Roger Goodell Commissioner, NFL 3 David Stern Commissioner, NBA 4 George Bodenheimer President, ESPN 5 Dick Ebersol Chairman, NBC Sports 6 Phil Knight Chairman, Nike 7 Allan "Bud " Selig Commissioner, MLB 8 Brian France Chairman and CEO, Nascar 9 Michael Jordan NBA great; minority owner, Charlotte Bobcats 10 Sean McManus President, CBS News and Sports 11 David Hill Chairman and CEO, Fox Sports 12 Rupert Murdoch Chairman and CEO, News Corp. 13 Myles Brand... (PR Newswire)
