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The Roadrunners were a minor league team that played in the Central League or the International League. The Coyotes are part of the NHL and Gretzky was involved with the ownership group at the time. The owners asked him to coach both because they thought he would do a good job and because they thought his celebrity status would draw fans to the arena.
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When did Wayne Gretzky own the Phoenix Coyotes?
Wayne Gretzky only became a part-owner in 2001.
What NHL team does Wayne Gretzky own?
Before the team declared bankruptcy, Gretzky had a 10% stake in the Phoenix Coyotes.
Who owned the Phoenix Coyotes before the NHL?
Jerry Moyes and Wayne Gretzky.
What years did Wayne Gretzky coach for the Phoenix Coyotes?
Gretzky coached Phoenix for 4 full seasons from 2005-06 to 2008-09.
Where did Wayne Gretzky live?
Gretzky currently lives in the Phoenix area since is part owner and head coach of the Phoenix Coyotes.
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