Glendale is ending negotiations with the Arizona Coyotes after years of trying to find an arena deal that works for the city and the hockey team.
This means the upcoming season likely will be the Coyotes’ final run at Gila River Arena, where the team has played for 18 years.
City Manager Kevin Phelps’ announcement on Thursday comes nearly a year after he began actively courting the franchise for a long-term commitment. And about a month after learning the team is looking at land in Tempe for a new venue.
Phelps said his decision is not about the team’s interest in Tempe.