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TBiz · 08-02-2017, 12:36 PM

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Arizona Coyotes
June.30.2017

Staff Changes:
Head Coach: Keith Primeau has been called on to take the helm of the coaching the Arizona Coyotes. After spending his last 6 seasons in the NHL as a Philadelphia Flyer, the Power Forward was well known around the NHL. GM Baker's hoping someone like Primeau being in the staff position will give the spark needed to an extremely young roster.

Goalie Coach: The team had an opening for the Goalie Coaching slot, so GM Baker wasted little time in signing Dwayne Roloson to the position for the next 3 Years. Roloson played in 16 seasons with the NHL (606 Games), so brings a lot of experience to the table.

Steve Sullivan remains the Offensive Coach, John Slaney remains the Defensive Coach, Jim Playfair remains the Skills Coach and finally Yevhen Sherenet will remain the Trainer.

Notable Player Changes - Before July.1.2017 Free Agency
Shane Doan - The long time Captain awaited June.30th before deciding if he would retire or continue playing. I assume after hearing about the GM changes, players let go, and the future of the team, Shane Doan has decided to play at least one more season. GM Baker has signed the long time leader to a 1YR, 1.95M contract which allows Doan to continue his career here in Arizona for maybe his last season. The 40YR finished last season with 13 Goals, 20 Assists for 33 Points last season in all 82 Games appeared.

Taylor Beck - The 26YR old was claimed off waivers during the 2016-2017 season. He appeared in the remaining 11 games of the Arizona season collecting 2 goals, 1 assist for 3 points. He averaged 8:55 a game while he played. GM Baker decided to keep Beck with the team, after re-signing the Winger to a 2YR, 720K per season Contract.

Notable Player Changes - Not Resigned/Buyout
Ryan White - 29YR old White did not make the cut to remain in an Arizona Coyotes jersey (Last season the team acquired Ryan Reaves). Despite being a workhorse (played all 82 games) he did not come up with the numbers to impress the new GM. White had 5 Goals, 7 Assists for 12 Points. The tough guy also recorded 95 Penalty Minutes in his 82 games with the team.

Radim Vrbata - At the age of 36YRS of age, Vrbata struggled with being healthy last season, only appearing in 45 games this season. GM Baker bought out the last year of the Wingers contract, as over the last 3 seasons of his career, it's been an ongoing problem. The Winger did collect 12 Goals, 7 Assists for 19 points when he was healthy.

08-02-2017, 12:36 PM	#2
TBiz Major Leagues Join Date: Jul 2013 Posts: 485	Arizona Coyotes June.30.2017 Staff Changes: Head Coach: Keith Primeau has been called on to take the helm of the coaching the Arizona Coyotes. After spending his last 6 seasons in the NHL as a Philadelphia Flyer, the Power Forward was well known around the NHL. GM Baker's hoping someone like Primeau being in the staff position will give the spark needed to an extremely young roster. Goalie Coach: The team had an opening for the Goalie Coaching slot, so GM Baker wasted little time in signing Dwayne Roloson to the position for the next 3 Years. Roloson played in 16 seasons with the NHL (606 Games), so brings a lot of experience to the table. Steve Sullivan remains the Offensive Coach, John Slaney remains the Defensive Coach, Jim Playfair remains the Skills Coach and finally Yevhen Sherenet will remain the Trainer. Notable Player Changes - Before July.1.2017 Free Agency Shane Doan - The long time Captain awaited June.30th before deciding if he would retire or continue playing. I assume after hearing about the GM changes, players let go, and the future of the team, Shane Doan has decided to play at least one more season. GM Baker has signed the long time leader to a 1YR, 1.95M contract which allows Doan to continue his career here in Arizona for maybe his last season. The 40YR finished last season with 13 Goals, 20 Assists for 33 Points last season in all 82 Games appeared. Taylor Beck - The 26YR old was claimed off waivers during the 2016-2017 season. He appeared in the remaining 11 games of the Arizona season collecting 2 goals, 1 assist for 3 points. He averaged 8:55 a game while he played. GM Baker decided to keep Beck with the team, after re-signing the Winger to a 2YR, 720K per season Contract. Notable Player Changes - Not Resigned/Buyout Ryan White - 29YR old White did not make the cut to remain in an Arizona Coyotes jersey (Last season the team acquired Ryan Reaves). Despite being a workhorse (played all 82 games) he did not come up with the numbers to impress the new GM. White had 5 Goals, 7 Assists for 12 Points. The tough guy also recorded 95 Penalty Minutes in his 82 games with the team. Radim Vrbata - At the age of 36YRS of age, Vrbata struggled with being healthy last season, only appearing in 45 games this season. GM Baker bought out the last year of the Wingers contract, as over the last 3 seasons of his career, it's been an ongoing problem. The Winger did collect 12 Goals, 7 Assists for 19 points when he was healthy.