With the Phoenix Coyotes' 4-0 win last night over the Chicago Blackhawks, the beleaguered team from the desert has formally cemented their place in the second round. In fact, it's the Coyotes first series win since moving to Arizona.
Looking at the setup out West, you have to think that Gary Bettman is relatively pleased. Not only do the four remaining teams — the Coyotes, Predators, Kings and Blues — give a significant boost to the game's exposure in the South, but Phoenix and Los Angeles also represent two of the top television markets in the USA.
On the heel of already strong ratings, I bet the commissioner is hoping that bigger markets like Boston, Miami and New York pull through in the East.
But, of course, I am sure he is really just a fan of all of the teams.
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Sports Illustrated - Historic first round a contrast of excitement and hockey’s dark side
The Hockey News - Phenomenal Mike Smith makes Phoenix history; Rangers take advantage of Senators penalty troubles, send series to Game 7
TSN - McKenzie: Frustration for Senators; success for Coyotes
TSN - Cullen: Coyotes advance, Rangers-Sens not done yet
USA Today - Smith, Coyotes oust Blackhawks 4-0
USA Today - Rangers edge Senators to force Game 7
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The Hockey News - Phenomenal Mike Smith makes Phoenix history; Rangers take advantage of Senators penalty troubles, send series to Game 7
TSN - McKenzie: Frustration for Senators; success for Coyotes
TSN - Cullen: Coyotes advance, Rangers-Sens not done yet
USA Today - Smith, Coyotes oust Blackhawks 4-0
USA Today - Rangers edge Senators to force Game 7
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