According to Coyotes Insider Craig Morgan, a deal including a 100-acre parcel of land was indeed discussed by the local land department this week, despite reports to the contrary.
That would certainly be a huge relief to the NHL, however it's still not clear if three months is fast enough. It's important to remember that the three month timeline is only for the sale of the land, not to get shovels in the ground.
The head of NHL Players Association recently expressed frustration with missed deadline after missed deadline, adding players and fans deserve concrete answers on what is happening with the team. Several cities have been mentioned as possible relocation sites for the Coyotes, including Salt Lake City, Atlanta, and Houston.
