The 2001–02 Phoenix Coyotes season was their sixth season in the National Hockey League, the franchise's 23rd season in the NHL and 30th overall. The Coyotes qualified for the playoffs after a one–year absence, but lost in the Western Conference Quarterfinals to the San Jose Sharks in five games. It was the Coyotes' final playoff berth for seven years. Off-season Defenseman Teppo Numminen was named captain. Regular season Final standings Schedule and results Playoffs Western Conference Quarterfinals (W3) San Jose Sharks vs. (W6) Phoenix Coyotes The series started in San Jose. The Sharks were victorious in Game 1 by a score of 2–1. However, in Game 2, the Coyotes rebounded and won 3–1. Games 3 and 4 went to Phoenix. In Game 3, the Sharks won 4–1, while in Game 4, the Sharks won 2–1. Game 5 shifted back to San Jose, where the Sharks would win the game 4–1 and win the series 4–1. Player statistics Regular season Scoring Goaltending Playoffs Scoring Goaltending Awards and records Transactions Trades Free agents Draft picks Phoenix's draft picks at the 2001 NHL Entry Draft held at the National Car Rental Center in Sunrise, Florida. See also 2001–02 NHL season References Pho Pho Arizona Coyotes seasons