 The team previously played in the Central Division for their first two seasons following their relocation from Winnipeg in 1996.On July 29, 2019, the sale of the team to billionaire Alex Meruelo was finalized with Barroway remaining as minority owner.Upon the franchise's relocation to Phoenix, a public team-naming vote was held, with "Coyotes" defeating "Scorpions" amongst the finalists.