PHNX Hockey Podcast

By ALLCITY Network

What's PHNX Hockey Podcast about?

We make it more fun to be a hockey fan in Arizona. With former NHL video coach Steve Peters and the best host in the business Leah Merrall, the crew gives you the best hockey takes and entertainment in the Valley.

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PHNX Hockey Podcast episodes:

06.17.2024
Petey At The Playoffs: Stanley Cup Final Edition
Petey is still on the road for the Stanley Cup Final. On this audio only edition of "Petey At The Playoffs," he discusses the differences between the cities of Edmonton and Sunrise, the Phoenix land auction, whether Alex Meruelo is...
06.12.2024
A Prospect Expert’s Take On The 2024 NHL Draft Class
The 2024 NHL Draft is just over two weeks away. Draft and prospects analyst Chris Peters joins the show to discuss his outlook on the 2024 class, Macklin Celebrini’s potential, how the first round could unfold and more! Plus,...
06.10.2024
A Conversation With OEL And Arizona Rumblings At Stanley Cup Final
The Stanley Cup Final is underway and Petey has boots on the ground in Florida. He checks in from the Sunshine State with takeaways from a conversation with former Coyotes Oliver Ekman-Larsson, thoughts on game one between the Panthers and...
06.06.2024
Utah GM Bill Armstrong Talks Upcoming NHL Draft, Free Agency
Utah GM Bill Armstrong joins the show to discuss the team’s move from Arizona to Utah, his outlook on the upcoming NHL Draft, the team’s plans for free agency and more! Plus, Leah and Craig discuss Utah’s management structure, how...
06.04.2024
Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers: Who Will Win The Stanley Cup?
The Stanley Cup Final is set. The Edmonton Oilers are in the Cup Final for the first time since 2006, the Florida Panthers are back for the second straight year. Either Connor McDavid will win his first Cup or the...
05.31.2024
NHL Head Coaching Carousel Continues To Spin Round And Round
The NHL head coaching carousel never seems to stop. Since the start of the 2023-2024 season, there have been 12 head coaching changes, 13 including the Columbus Blue Jackets just before the start of the season. Just this month, Dan...
05.29.2024
Tucson Roadrunners To Play 6 Games At Mullett Arena Next Season, 30 In Tucson
The Tucson Roadrunners are officially staying in Tucson. On Tuesday, Rio Nuevo district officials unanimously approved an alternate proposal for the Tucson Roadrunners to play six games at Mullett Arena next season and 30 in Tucson. This nulls the proposal...
05.23.2024
Where Will The Tucson Roadrunners Call Home Next Season?
The Tucson Roadrunners still have very little clarity on the future. Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo, who maintained ownership of the Roadrunners, publicly stated that he wanted to bring the team to Tempe to play at Mullett Arena. But with a...
05.21.2024
NHL Conference Finals Preview And Predictions
It's New York Rangers versus Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers versus Dallas Stars in the NHL Conference Finals! Petey, Leah and Raz preview both series, discuss the storylines and matchups and give their predictions. An ALLCITY Network Production...
05.16.2024
Where Things Stand For The Arizona Coyotes Organization One Year After Failed Tempe Vote
It’s been exactly one year since Tempe voters rejected the Arizona Coyotes’ arena and entertainment district proposal. Since then, all of the hockey assets relocated to Utah, fans and staff were left without an active team and Coyotes owner Alex...
04.29.2024
The PHNX Coyotes Podcast Is Officially Deactivating
With the Arizona Coyotes deactivated, it’s time to now deactivate the PHNX Coyotes Podcast. Leah, Petey and Craig reflect on three years of covering the Yotes, the memories, and the highs and the lows in this final show. Stay tuned...
04.26.2024
An Ode To The Arizona Coyotes And Their 28-Year Run In The Desert
The Arizona Coyotes franchise is officially inactive. On today’s PHNX Coyotes Podcast, Petey and Leah hold a funeral for the desert dogs and eulogize their 28-year run in the desert. Plus, former Coyotes players share messages to the fans and...
04.25.2024
Lyndsey Fry Is Working To Ensure Youth Hockey’s Future In The Valley
Arizona Kachinas president and co-founder Lyndsey Fry joins the show to discuss the nonprofit she has established to provide financial and community support for youth hockey across the Valley. In the wake of the Coyotes relocation, community leaders have joined...
04.24.2024
Everything Utah Hockey Fans Need To Know About Their New Team
Former Coyotes hockey personnel and players are headed to Salt Lake City today to meet their new fanbase for the first time. What do Utah hockey fans need to know about their new team? Petey, Leah and Craig go through...
04.23.2024
Are Salt Lake City And Ryan Smith As Good As The Glowing Reports Portray?
Ryan Miller, the Utah Jazz beat writer for KSL.com, joins the show to separate hype from reality when it comes to the Salt Lake City market, the Delta Center as an NHL venue, and new owner Ryan Smith. Miller...
04.22.2024
Alex Meruelo And Ryan Smith’s Press Conferences Show How Much Impressions Matter
Ryan and Ashley Smith held their introductory press conference alongside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman on Friday evening. The tone was a stark contrast to Arizona Coyotes chairman Alex Meruelo’s press conference earlier that day. Craig, Leah and Petey discuss the...
04.21.2024
Dylan Guenther, Josh Doan Ready For Tucson Roadrunners Playoff Run
Dylan Guenther, Josh Doan, Max Szuber, Aku Räty and Steve Potvin join the show to discuss the Tucson Roadrunners’ upcoming playoff run. Join Petey, Craig and Leah live from Tucson Arena! An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE...
04.20.2024
Previewing The First Round Of The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs
The best time of the year is here: It's time for the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Petey and Raz break down the first-round matchups and give their predictions on how they think it will all shake out. An ALLCITY...
04.19.2024
Here’s What Stood Out From Alex Meruelo And Gary Bettman’s Press Conference
Arizona Coyotes chairman Alex Meruelo and NHL commissioner Gary Bettman met with the media on Friday to address the Coyotes' sale and relocation to Salt Lake City, Utah. Craig, Leah and Petey discuss what they learned and dissect both Meruelo...
04.18.2024
BREAKING: Arizona Coyotes Sale And Salt Lake City Relocation Approved by NHL Board Of Governors
It’s official: The NHL Board of Governors has officially approved the sale of the Arizona Coyotes to Smith Entertainment Group. The Coyotes franchise will transfer the totality of its existing hockey assets to the new, Salt Lake City franchise. Additionally,...
04.18.2024
The Final Curtain Drops On The Arizona Coyotes At Mullett Arena
The Arizona Coyotes closed out their tenure in the desert with a convincing 5-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers at Mullett Arena. Leah, Petey and Craig reflect on a significant night, commiserate with an incredible fanbase and discuss how we...
04.16.2024
How Did The NHL Get To The Point Of Relocating The Arizona Coyotes To Salt Lake City?
Radio host and 32 Thoughts host Jeff Marek joins the show to digest the death of the Arizona Coyotes. With relocation likely to be announced later this week, Craig, Leah and Jeff discuss how the NHL arrived at this rare...
04.15.2024
Dylan Guenther And Josh Doan Twist The Knife For Arizona Coyotes Fans In Loss To Calgary Flames
Dylan Guenther and Josh Doan twisted the knife for Arizona Coyotes fans by scoring goals in the team’s 6-5 loss to the Calgary Flames. Guenther scored his 16th and 17th of the season and Matias Maccelli also scored, another goal...
04.13.2024
The Arizona Coyotes Have Been Informed That Relocation To Salt Lake City Is Real, Per Sources
The Arizona Coyotes players and staff have been informed that relocation to Salt Lake City is real, per multiple sources. It could potentially be made official as soon as April 17, the last Coyotes’ game of the season. On a...
04.11.2024
Diving Further Into The Fallout Of The Arizona Coyotes’ Imminent Relocation
One day after reports came out that the NHL and Arizona Coyotes are preparing for possible relocation to Salt Lake City, we have more questions than answers. What will become of the Tucson Roadrunners if the Coyotes relocate to Salt...
04.11.2024
Arizona Coyotes Defeat Vancouver Canucks In Overtime… But Does It Matter?
After a tumultuous day, the Arizona Coyotes defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 in overtime. But just how much do we care after reports today that the NHL and Coyotes are preparing for possible relocation to Salt Lake City, Utah? Josh...
04.10.2024
BREAKING: NHL And Arizona Coyotes Preparing For Possible Relocation To Salt Lake City
The NHL and Arizona Coyotes are preparing for possible relocation to Salt Lake City, per multiple sources. Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli and Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman join the show to discuss this report and how we reached this point so late...
04.10.2024
Arizona Coyotes Shutout By Seattle Kraken In Largest Margin Of Defeat This Season
Despite having 39 shots on goal, the Arizona Coyotes got shut out by the Seattle Kraken 5-0, the largest margin of defeat this season. Karel Vejmelka struggled, allowing 5 goals on 20 shots for a .800 save percentage. Maksymilian Szuber...
04.08.2024
Lawson Crouse, Clayton Keller And Nick Schmaltz Lead Arizona Coyotes To Victory Over San Jose Sharks
Lawson Crouse, Clayton Keller and Nick Schmaltz all had two-point nights in the Arizona Coyotes’ 5-2 win over the San Jose Sharks. Crouse, Liam O’Brien, Dylan Guenther, Keller and Schmaltz all scored for the Coyotes. Connor Ingram made 25 saves...
04.06.2024
Arizona Coyotes Score SIX Unanswered Goals In 3rd Period To Defeat Vegas Golden Knights
The Arizona Coyotes scored SIX unanswered goals in the 3rd period to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 7-4. Alex Kerfoot, Josh Doan, Nick Bjugstad, Michael Carcone, Josh Brown and Logan Cooley scored for the Coyotes. 15 different Coyotes had points....
04.05.2024
BREAKING: Land Auction For Arizona Coyotes’ Arena Site To Be Held June 27
The Arizona State Land department officially posted for auction a 95-acre parcel of land in northeast Phoenix which the Arizona Coyotes hope to purchase. The land would serve as the site of the team's new arena as well as an...
04.04.2024
Dylan Guenther Scores Lone Goal In Arizona Coyotes’ Loss to Vancouver Canucks
Dylan Guenther scored the lone goal in the Arizona Coyotes’ 2-1 loss to Conor Garland, Rick Tocchet and the Vancouver Canucks. The Coyotes only had seven shots on goal combined in the first two periods and ended the game with...
04.03.2024
Rick Tocchet riffs on the Canucks' rise, the Jack Adams Award, life in the Canadian media spotlight
Former Arizona Coyotes coach and current Vancouver Canucks coach Rick Tocchet joined Petey and Craig on an audio-only edition of the PHNX Coyotes Podcast ahead of the Coyotes' game vs. Vancouver on Wednesday. Among the topics: The Canucks' wire-to-wire success,...
04.02.2024
Eight Things To Watch In The Arizona Coyotes’ Final Eight Games Of The Season
With eight games to go in the Arizona Coyotes’ season, Craig, Leah and Petey discuss eight things they’d like to see from the team over the final stretch of games. Included in those items: the development of the young forward...
04.01.2024
Could Dylan Guenther eventually be the Arizona Coyotes’ first 40-goal scorer in years?
Could Dylan Guenther eventually be the Arizona Coyotes’ first 40-goal scorer in years? Is André Tourigny the right coach to lead the Coyotes out of the rebuild? Will the Coyotes be active in college free agency? Why is there a...
03.31.2024
League-Leading New York Rangers Defeat Arizona Coyotes 8-5 At Mullett Arena
The Arizona Coyotes fell to the league-leading New York Rangers 8-5 at Mullett Arena. Matias Maccelli, Clayton Keller, Nick Bjugstad, Lawson Crouse and Logan Cooley scored for the Coyotes, but turnovers and mistakes let the Rangers take advantage. Karel Vejmelka...
03.29.2024
Arizona Coyotes’ Young Guns Have Injected Energy Into The Team With 9 Games To Go
With nine games left in the Arizona Coyotes’ season, Dylan Guenther, Josh Doan and Logan Cooley have injected some much needed energy into the team. What will be the Coyotes’ outlook heading into this final stretch of games? How many...
03.29.2024
Logan Cooley Scores Hat Trick in Arizona Coyotes’ Win Over Red-Hot Nashville Predators
Logan Cooley scored his first career hat trick, Clayton Keller had a 4-point night and Josh Doan had two assists in the Arizona Coyotes’ win over the red-hot Nashville Predators. The Predators hadn’t won a game in regulation since February...
03.27.2024
Josh Doan Scores TWICE In NHL Debut As Arizona Coyotes Defeat Columbus Blue Jacket
Josh Doan scored two goals in his NHL debut in the Arizona Coyotes’ 6-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Doan had six shots on goal, had 13:14 time on ice and was a +1 in front of his family...
03.26.2024
The Athletic's Aaron Portzline breaks big personal news and discusses the state of the Blue Jackets
The Athletic's Aaron Portzline joined the show minutes after he found out that he had a kidney-match donor that would help him move past a genetic disorder and start leading a normal life. Petey and Craig also discussed with Aaron...
03.25.2024
A Look At The Arizona Coyotes Prospects In The NCAA Tournament And European Postseasons
Several Arizona Coyotes prospects will take part in the NCAA Men's Hockey Tournament which begins this week. Several more prospects are already competing in various European leagues' postseasons. On today’s PHNX Coyotes Podcast, Craig and Leah take a...
03.25.2024
Arizona Coyotes Lose To Dallas Stars For 2nd Time This Week
The Arizona Coyotes lost to the Dallas Stars for the second time this week, this one a 4-2 loss. Clayton Keller scored his 30th goal of the season and Nick Bjugstad scored his 18th. Connor Ingram made 31 saves on...
03.23.2024
Dylan Guenther Score OT Winner For Arizona Coyotes In Thrilling Comeback Victory Over Seattle Kraken
Dylan Guenther scored the overtime winner to complete the Arizona Coyotes’ thrilling comeback victory over the Seattle Kraken. Clayton Keller started things off with his goal with just over one minute to go in the game. Karel Vejmelka made 27...
03.22.2024
Kraken AGM Rick Olczyk discusses Year 3 of Seattle's existence, Coachella Valley and Joey Daccord
Seattle Kraken Assistant GM Rick Olczyk joined the show to discuss balancing fans' expectations after an unexpected playoff run in 2023 with management's long-term building plans. He also weighed in on Coachella Valley's AHL success, and the rise of former...
03.21.2024
These Are The Worst Arizona Coyotes Narratives Of All Time
Throughout the Arizona Coyotes’ entire existence, bogus narratives have swirled around the team. In honor of March Madness, the PHNX Coyotes crew put together a bracket of the most Idiotic Coyotes Narratives of all time. Which narrative will prevail as...
03.21.2024
Poor 2nd Period Costs Arizona Coyotes In Loss To Dallas Stars
The Arizona Coyotes allowed five unanswered goals in the team’s 5-2 loss to the Dallas Stars. Clayton Keller scored his 28th of the season and John Leonard scored his first goal as a Coyotes. Connor Ingram made 28 saves on...
03.19.2024
Does anybody want to earn the final wild card slot in the NHL’s Eastern Conference?
The Eastern Conference wild card race is comically bad, Alex Ovechkin is heating up, Connor McDavid is chasing a milestone and the GM meetings are taking place in Florida. Leah, Craig and Petey discuss it all and welcome in...
03.17.2024
Core Players Come Up Big In Arizona Coyotes’ Win Over New Jersey Devils
The Arizona Coyotes’ core players came up big in the team’s 4-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils. J.J. Moser, Dylan Guenther, Logan Cooley and Clayton Keller scored for the Coyotes. Keller earned career points 400 and 401 with a...
03.15.2024
Rebuild reminder: Reconstruction of the Arizona Coyotes won't be as quick as fans hope
The first half of the Arizona Coyotes' season fooled fans into thinking this could be a consistent playoff team as soon as this spring. Recent play and the state of the prospect pipeline serve as reminders that rebuilds take a...
03.15.2024
Connor Ingram Comes Up Big In Arizona Coyotes’ Win Over Detroit Red Wings
Connor Ingram had a 27-save performance in the Arizona Coyotes’ 4-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings. Logan Cooley, Michael Carcone, Nick Bjugstad and Clayton Keller scored for the Coyotes. The Yotes swept the season series against the Red Wings...

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PHNX Hockey Podcast episodes:

Petey At The Playoffs: Stanley Cup Final Edition

A Prospect Expert’s Take On The 2024 NHL Draft Class

A Conversation With OEL And Arizona Rumblings At Stanley Cup Final

Utah GM Bill Armstrong Talks Upcoming NHL Draft, Free Agency

Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers: Who Will Win The Stanley Cup?

NHL Head Coaching Carousel Continues To Spin Round And Round

Tucson Roadrunners To Play 6 Games At Mullett Arena Next Season, 30 In Tucson

Where Will The Tucson Roadrunners Call Home Next Season?

NHL Conference Finals Preview And Predictions

Where Things Stand For The Arizona Coyotes Organization One Year After Failed Tempe Vote

The PHNX Coyotes Podcast Is Officially Deactivating

An Ode To The Arizona Coyotes And Their 28-Year Run In The Desert

Lyndsey Fry Is Working To Ensure Youth Hockey’s Future In The Valley

Everything Utah Hockey Fans Need To Know About Their New Team

Are Salt Lake City And Ryan Smith As Good As The Glowing Reports Portray?

Alex Meruelo And Ryan Smith’s Press Conferences Show How Much Impressions Matter

Dylan Guenther, Josh Doan Ready For Tucson Roadrunners Playoff Run

Previewing The First Round Of The 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Here’s What Stood Out From Alex Meruelo And Gary Bettman’s Press Conference

BREAKING: Arizona Coyotes Sale And Salt Lake City Relocation Approved by NHL Board Of Governors

The Final Curtain Drops On The Arizona Coyotes At Mullett Arena

How Did The NHL Get To The Point Of Relocating The Arizona Coyotes To Salt Lake City?

Dylan Guenther And Josh Doan Twist The Knife For Arizona Coyotes Fans In Loss To Calgary Flames

The Arizona Coyotes Have Been Informed That Relocation To Salt Lake City Is Real, Per Sources

Diving Further Into The Fallout Of The Arizona Coyotes’ Imminent Relocation

Arizona Coyotes Defeat Vancouver Canucks In Overtime… But Does It Matter?

BREAKING: NHL And Arizona Coyotes Preparing For Possible Relocation To Salt Lake City

Arizona Coyotes Shutout By Seattle Kraken In Largest Margin Of Defeat This Season

Lawson Crouse, Clayton Keller And Nick Schmaltz Lead Arizona Coyotes To Victory Over San Jose Sharks

Arizona Coyotes Score SIX Unanswered Goals In 3rd Period To Defeat Vegas Golden Knights

BREAKING: Land Auction For Arizona Coyotes’ Arena Site To Be Held June 27

Dylan Guenther Scores Lone Goal In Arizona Coyotes’ Loss to Vancouver Canucks

Rick Tocchet riffs on the Canucks' rise, the Jack Adams Award, life in the Canadian media spotlight

Eight Things To Watch In The Arizona Coyotes’ Final Eight Games Of The Season

Could Dylan Guenther eventually be the Arizona Coyotes’ first 40-goal scorer in years?

League-Leading New York Rangers Defeat Arizona Coyotes 8-5 At Mullett Arena

Arizona Coyotes’ Young Guns Have Injected Energy Into The Team With 9 Games To Go

Logan Cooley Scores Hat Trick in Arizona Coyotes’ Win Over Red-Hot Nashville Predators

Josh Doan Scores TWICE In NHL Debut As Arizona Coyotes Defeat Columbus Blue Jacket

The Athletic's Aaron Portzline breaks big personal news and discusses the state of the Blue Jackets

A Look At The Arizona Coyotes Prospects In The NCAA Tournament And European Postseasons

Arizona Coyotes Lose To Dallas Stars For 2nd Time This Week

Dylan Guenther Score OT Winner For Arizona Coyotes In Thrilling Comeback Victory Over Seattle Kraken

Kraken AGM Rick Olczyk discusses Year 3 of Seattle's existence, Coachella Valley and Joey Daccord

These Are The Worst Arizona Coyotes Narratives Of All Time

Poor 2nd Period Costs Arizona Coyotes In Loss To Dallas Stars

Does anybody want to earn the final wild card slot in the NHL’s Eastern Conference?

Core Players Come Up Big In Arizona Coyotes’ Win Over New Jersey Devils

Rebuild reminder: Reconstruction of the Arizona Coyotes won't be as quick as fans hope

Connor Ingram Comes Up Big In Arizona Coyotes’ Win Over Detroit Red Wings

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