Management is slowly getting ready to prepare for their first summer in the NHL and their first move was confirmed. They signed the Coyotes' 72nd overall pick in the 2023 draft, Noel Nordh, to an entry-level contract:
For his whole hockey career, Nordh remained in Sweden. In 65 games this season, the 19-year-old tallied 16 goals and 21 assists, as well as one goal in 13 games during the playoffs.
He should play the next season in Sweden, unless he forces management's hand during training camp. In addition, he's expected to play a big role for Sweden in the 2025 World Junior Championship in a few months.
The general manager, Bill Armstrong, will surely make a lot more moves this summer, but this one will always be remembered as the first in franchise history.
