Bettman stays patient amid Arizona arena drama

MANALAPAN, Florida -- The Arizona Coyotes' success at an upcoming land auction could determine whether they remain in the greater Phoenix area. Earlier this month, the Arizona State Land Department Board of Appeals unanimously approved a $68.5 million appraisal of a 95-acre parcel of land in north Phoenix that Coyotes owner Alex Meruelo is expected to bid on as the location for the team's new arena. The land must be advertised publicly now for 10 weeks before the auction can take place, likely in mid-June. If Meruelo doesn't secure the...