Phoenix Coyotes CEO Jeff Shumway announced that Don Maloney has agreed to a multi-year contract to become General Manager of the Coyotes. As per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed.

"We're very excited to have Don Maloney assume this critical role with the Coyotes and working with us to create a winning tradition for Coyotes hockey," said Shumway. "He has a great track record of building and developing young talent in organizations and his reputation is impeccable. We are looking forward to a bright future for the Phoenix Coyotes with Don Maloney as our General Manager."

Maloney joins the Coyotes from the New York Rangers for whom he served as Vice President of Player Personnel and Assistant General Manager. He assisted Rangers' President and General Manager Glen Sather in all player transactions and contract negotiations and was involved with the team's professional and amateur scouting operations. The native of Lindsay, Ontario spent 10 seasons in the Rangers' front office.

"This is a tremendous opportunity to join a fantastic group of people," said Maloney. "I am very excited to work with this group to bring a winning atmosphere to the organization. We want to make people proud to be Coyotes fans, and we will get there together."
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