New Utah NHL Franchise Asks Fans to Vote on 20 Potential Team Names

Ryan Smith, co-owner of Utah's new NHL franchise, speaks before players are introduced to fans during a welcome event in Salt Lake City on April 24, 2024. Rick Bowmer/AP Photo

Ownership of the NHL team in Utah has given fans 20 choices to vote on for the franchise’s new name, according to a survey sent out Wednesday, May 8, by Smith Entertainment Group.

Owner Ryan Smith has told The Associated Press the team will have a name starting with Utah.