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"Coyotes Relocation to Utah: The End of an Era in Arizona"

The Arizona Coyotes are facing relocation to Salt Lake City as owner Alex Meruelo attempts to win a state land auction and privately fund a new hockey arena, facing numerous challenges. The team's history includes a failed attempt to build an arena in Scottsdale and a botched opportunity in Tempe, ultimately leading to their departure. The article laments the loss of elite sports status for the city and the impact on the local hockey community, attributing the team's struggles to ownership and political obstacles.