For now the Arizona Coyotes have decided to forego naming a new captain to step in to the role that was held by Shane Doan for 14 years. Instead the team has named five players that will serve as alternate captains: Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Niklas Hjalmarsson, Brad Richardson, Alex Goligoski and Derek Stepan.
"After numerous discussions and thorough evaluation during training camp, Rick and I have decided that it's best to go with five alternate captains to start the season," General Manager John Chayka said.