Fans excited as Jazz owner Ryan Smith shows interest in bringing NHL team to Utah - "Please don't get my hopes up if this isn't serious"

American billionaire and sports enthusiast Ryan Smith has sparked speculation regarding a potential move for the Arizona Coyotes to Utah. With his intriguing response to a tweet, Smith has instilled enthusiasm and curiosity among fans.

A sports anchor from Salt Lake City reached out to Smith, urging him to bring the exhilarating Stanley Cup Playoffs to Utah. Smith's response, a simple yet tantalizing tweet that read "In Motion," left fans pondering over the possibility of an NHL team finding its home in the state.

The context lies in the recent developments surrounding the Arizona Coyotes. The residents of Tempe, Arizona, cast their votes on the construction of a new arena for the Coyotes. The majority decided against the idea, leaving the franchise in a state of uncertainty and facing the prospect of a potential relocation.

Thus, Smith's response, combined with the uncertain future of the Coyotes, has ignited hopes that he might consider bringing an NHL team to Utah.

Fans eager to see professional hockey grace their state responded to Smith's tweet with a mix of excitement and cautious optimism.

The sentiment among fans is clear: the potential arrival of an NHL team would be an emotional and thrilling prospect for the sports community in Utah.

Fans also requested Smith to maintain the Arizona Coyotes' brand and logo should his plans materialize. Supporters hope that any potential relocation would honor the iconic visuals associated with the franchise.

"If you bring the Coyotes here, PLEASE don’t rebrand. The logo is gorgeous and works for Utah."

The enthusiasm from fans demonstrates the passion and appetite for professional hockey in Utah. Smith's background as a successful businessman and sports team owner makes him an intriguing figure to spearhead such an endeavor.