The Arizona Coyotes are four points out of a wild card spot with a game in hand at press time. Despite significant injuries, the Coyotes are still within striking distance of a wildcard spot. Losing Antti Raanta hurt but Arizona is staying in the race with a goaltender by committee approach. Also, uneven production from players like Richard Panik has hurt.
GM John Chayka unloaded Dylan Strome and Brendan Perlini for Nick Schmaltz. Schmaltz worked briefly but then suffered a long term injury. There was the trade last week for Jordan Weal.