The NHL released a statement today regarding the yesterday’s rumors about the Ice Edge Holdings group about to sign a letter of intent to purchase the Phoenix Coyotes:

“The NHL and Ice Edge Holdings announced today that they have entered into a Letter of Intent to proceed in attempting to document and close a proposed transaction pursuant to which Ice Edge would purchase the Phoenix Coyotes’ franchise. While much remains to be done, the NHL looks forward to working closely with Ice Edge to bring the sale to conclusion as expeditiously as possible. Ice Edge has committed to keep the Coyotes in Glendale, Arizona. – Bill Daly Deputy Commissioner of the NHL “

The Ice Edge Holdings group could not be reached for comment at press time.