Utah Hockey Club will be the name of the NHL team playing its games in Salt Lake City beginning this fall, with a long-term identity still to come. Smith Entertainment Group announced the move Thursday and unveiled the initial logos and jerseys that will be used in 2024-25 in concert with the $1.2 billion sale closing. The team was formerly known as the Arizona Coyotes before being acquired by Ryan Smith's company, which also owns the NBA's Utah Jazz.
Commissioner Gary Bettman expressed his delight in welcoming Utah to the league, congratulating the organization, the state of Utah, and the fans as they prepare for the upcoming season. The team is set to make its debut in October, with training camp starting in less than 100 days.
