In a whirlwind first day in their new home, the Utah NHL team received a warm welcome from hundreds of youth hockey players upon their arrival at Salt Lake City Airport. The players, along with their families, coaches, and staff members, then embarked on a tour of the Zions Bank Basketball Campus and the Delta Center, where they will begin their journey as a new hockey franchise later this year.

The moment the team set foot on the ice at the Delta Center, they were captivated by the arena's impressive design and the proximity of the seats to the players. Right wing Clayton Keller expressed his awe, stating, "It looks unbelievable. Everything that we've heard is the building is always super loud." General manager Bill Armstrong also emphasized the players' excitement, acknowledging that the Delta Center, renowned for its consecutive sellouts during Utah Jazz games, served as a source of inspiration for the team.

"We want to rev it up in here," expressed Armstrong. "We want to become the loudest building in the NHL in here. That building up there gives us a chance. You couldn't design a better building for us."

During a public event at the Delta Center, attended by approximately 12,400 fans, the Utah NHL team had the opportunity to experience the electric atmosphere of Salt Lake City. Walking down a black carpet on the ice, the players and staff members soaked in the energy and introduced themselves to the crowd, expressing gratitude for their passion. Forward Liam O'Brien brought laughter to the crowd when he enthusiastically exclaimed, "My name is Liam O'Brien. You guys can call me Spicy Tuna."

The event also saw the presence of Utah Jazz coach Will Hardy, as well as players Jordan Clarkson and Lauri Markkanen. The day proved to be an emotional one for coach André Tourigny, who asked a young fan to sign his hoodie at the airport, describing it as one of the defining moments of his life.

Looking ahead to the team's inaugural season, Tourigny shared his excitement, stating, "Now we want to write our own story and make it a wonderful story in Utah." While the team will have to wait several months to return to the Delta Center for their season preparations, their visit left an indelible impression, leaving Tourigny "sad to think I have to wait four or five months to get back."

With the enthusiasm of the fans and the conducive design of the Delta Center, the Utah NHL team is determined to establish itself as the loudest and most electric building in the league. As the countdown to their inaugural season begins, the team finds itself inundated with anticipation and eager to make a mark in the hockey community.