"Smith is ready for this challenge. He’s going to tell them that the underfunded days are over. That they’re in it to win it. He’s confident in his ability to prove this is a great thing for them. A proper relocation of players and personnel is of high importance, as is the opportunity to visit Utah as early as next week.

GM Bill Armstrong and Tourigny will be kept. It is possible Utah will add to hockey operations, but how exactly that will work is unknown at this time.

Smith is committed to upgrading Delta Centre, which currently is not perfect for hockey. He undoubtedly will discuss this on Friday, but it is possible he considers a massive multi-phase renovation of the current facility. That’s on the table. Whether total reno or new arena somewhere down the road, he’s going all-in. Practice facility plans and upgrades are on the radar, too.

The name? Not sure. Not expecting to hear anything on Friday. Utah knows it's got to get this right, and will take time to do so."