Potential return of the Nordiques: A final decision has reportedly been made
The situation surrounding the Arizona Coyotes has generated a lot of ink over the past few months. Indeed, it is simply inconceivable to think that an NHL team will play the upcoming season in an arena that can only accommodate 5,000 fans.
Moreover, Gary Bettman and the NHL seem determined to keep the organization in Arizona, but although the Coyotes' leaders are desperately trying to find a new city to host the team, no short-term solution is in sight.
A relocation seems increasingly inevitable if the league wants to avoid the Coyotes remaining the laughingstock of the NHL for several more years. Additionally, many cities such as Quebec, Houston, and Atlanta have shown significant interest in acquiring an NHL team in the near future.
However, according to information reported by Eklund on the HockeyBuzz website, Salt Lake City might have an edge over the other cities mentioned earlier. In fact, the owner of the Utah Jazz (NBA), Ryan Smith, is very interested in bringing a team to his city.
Recall that Pierre LeBrun had reported this information at the beginning of June, mentioning that Ryan Smith was very serious in his efforts to acquire an NHL team.
All indications are that we will have to wait to see the eagerly awaited return of the defunct Quebec Nordiques.
Credit: GoNordiques
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