The Phoenix Coyotes are a professional ice hockey team based in Phoenix, Arizona. They are a member of the Pacific Division in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). The team was established in 1972 and originally played in Atlanta before relocating to Phoenix in 1996. The Coyotes play their home games at the Mullett Arena.
The team's colors are red, black, and white, and their mascot is named Howler the Coyote. Over the years, the Coyotes have had various successes, including playoff appearances, but they have yet to win a Stanley Cup. The franchise has a dedicated fan base and contributes to the growth of ice hockey in the southwestern United States.