Some NHL players’ jersey numbers carry great significance. Others were randomly assigned. Here’s how the Utah HC guys got theirs.

For fan Tyler Winn, Thursday marked his 12th game of the season at Delta Center. He had never been into hockey before the team’s move to Salt Lake City. Winn and his friends bought last-minute tickets to the Club’s first game and have been hooked ever since.

Almost exactly one year ago, the Utah Hockey Club was born from the ashes of the Arizona Coyotes, acquiring the hockey assets (players, coaches, etc.) of their predecessors despite technically being a distinct franchise.