The Phoenix Coyotes are scheduled to practice at 10a.m. MST today and tomorrow in Prescott Valley.  The practices are being held at the home of the Arizona Sundogs, Tim's Toyota Center and are open to the public.

Coyotes News

Phoenix Coyotes goalie Mike Smith gets nod as opening-night starter
In case you missed the news on Sunday, Smith will be in between the pipes in Sane Jose on Saturday.

The Bosses Would Like To See You Now - Howlin' Hockey - A Phoenix Coyotes blog
A look back at Saturday's town hall.

O'Sullivan working hard to change perceptions - Ice Chips - JimGintonio
Looking more and more like he might grab one of the last forward spots.

Oystrick Still Pushing for Roster Spot - Phoenix Coyotes - Features
In case you missed this piece on the well traveled d-man.

More links after the jump...

Pirates News

Pirates are ready to rumble - The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram
Portland wins their final preseason contest.

Portland Pirates 2011-12 season preview - Hockey's Future
The article was likely written before the last round of Coyotes cuts on Saturday.

Gladiators News

Glads add Murovich - Official Website - Gwinnett Gladiators
Murovich attended Pirates training camp.

News From Around the Hockey World

Will another long Stanley Cup drought end this season? – USATODAY.com
The Coyotes get a sidebar mention.

What We Learned: 20 bold predictions for the NHL season - Puck Daddy - NHL Blog - Yahoo! Sports
Detroit's least favorite blogger makes predictions on the upcoming season and says the Yotes aren't any better this year.

Mark Scheifele, or why an 18-year-old kid should be in junior - Arctic Ice Hockey
Because even he can't help the Jets make the playoffs.

Tallon, Inc. wasn't kidding about that summer overhaul thing - Litter Box Cats
A look at the Panthers roster turnover since last season.

Nugent-Hopkins And Lander Survive Final Cuts, Brule And Hartikainen Sent To Oklahoma City - The Copper & Blue
The Oil are going to be young again this coming season. However, there is a lot of skill to go along with the youth.

Drew Doughty's Contract With The Kings Makes The Sabres Look Smart - Die By The Blade
Zachary Zielonka argues that Tyler Myers' contract extension looks really good compared to Doughty's.

NHL Realignment: What Could It Mean For Us? - Nucks Misconduct
Missy looks at four different possibilities.

The Final Howl

Down Goes Brown: 2011-12 Season Preview - Eastern Conference

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