Josh Doan Set To Make His NHL Debut for Coyotes

The Doans are a Coyote Family

Shane Doan had a fantastic career with the Arizona Coyotes. He holds the honor of being the only retired jersey number in the history of the Arizona Coyotes. His son Josh Doan grew up in the desert while his dad played in the NHL. On Thursday night, he will play for the team his dad was a part of for 20 years (technically 21 if you include the Winnipeg season)!

There is no doubt that Josh Doan will face his fair share of pressure, as his dad made a massive impact on the Arizona community. However, he is no stranger to success. The younger Doan posted two consistent seasons with Arizona State University, accumulating over 35 points each year. This year, he has achieved an impressive 26 goals and 46 points through 62 contests with the Tucson Roadrunners. He has truly earned this opportunity in the NHL.

Upcoming Coyotes

There is no denying that the Coyotes have struggled over the past decade. Although Bill Armstrong has done an excellent job nurturing young talent in the desert. The team possesses a solid young core, including Guenther, Cooley, Maccelli, Connor Ingram, J.J Moser, and now Josh Doan. This team was built from the ground up and will soon make a push for the playoffs. With players like Clayton Keller and Nick Schmaltz leading the way, these young players have an amazing opportunity to showcase their skills. With another year under their belt, the Arizona Coyotes will be poised to make an impact in 2024-25.

Josh Doan makes his NHL debut Thursday against the Columbus Blue Jackets

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