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From Frustration to Stability: Michael Carcone Earns Extension with Mammoth

Almost a year ago, Michael Carcone was coming off a disappointing season. After scoring 21 goals during the 2023-24 season, the forward only scored seven in 2024-25.

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Utah Mammoth Sign Top Prospect to Entry-Level Contract

The Utah Mammoth have signed forward Caleb Desnoyers to a three-year, entry-level contract. The contract will start in the 2026-2027 season and has a $1.075 million cap hit, per Puckpedia.

Caleb Desnoyers News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Mammoth Sign 2025 First-Round Pick Caleb Desnoyers To Entry-Level Contract

The Utah Mammoth have announced that they’ve signed their 2025 first-round pick, Caleb Desnoyers, to an entry-level contract. The contract is scheduled to start at the beginning of the 2026-27 season.

Caleb Desnoyers News / Daily Faceoff / March 23

Mammoth sign Caleb Desnoyers to entry-level contract

One of the top prospects in junior hockey has inked his first NHL contract. On Monday, the Utah Mammoth announced that the team has signed forward Caleb Desnoyers to a three-year, entry-level contract.

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Utah Mammoth News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 23

Mammoth’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

The Utah Mammoth may be one of the most anonymous teams in the four major North American sports. This is their second year playing in Salt Lake City after a long and arduous run in Arizona as the Coyotes.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Caleb Desnoyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 23

Mammoth Sign Caleb Desnoyers To Entry-Level Deal

The Mammoth announced they’ve signed top center prospect Caleb Desnoyers to his three-year entry-level deal. TVA’s Renaud Lavoie reports it starts next season, making him ineligible for NHL action down the stretch.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 4-3 Overtime Win Over Kings

An overtime winner at the Wasatch Front. A classic, if you ask me. The Utah Mammoth once again prevailed in overtime in a big game against an opponent desperate for points.

Nick Schmaltz News / Field Level Media / March 23

Mammoth's Nick Schmaltz scores twice, including in OT to edge Kings

Nick Schmaltz scored his second goal of the game 1:46 into overtime and the Utah Mammoth beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 on Sunday night in Salt Lake City.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 21

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 4-1 Loss to Ducks

Friday’s loss to the Anaheim Ducks wasn’t one to be ashamed of if you’re the Utah Mammoth. Less than 24 hours removed from their big 4-0 win over the Vegas

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Tij Iginla is becoming one of the most exciting prospects

While there are a number of NHL-affiliated prospects who are slowly growing into future stars, one player is starting to close in on becoming a full-time participant in the big leagues.

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Utah Mammoth News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 20

Mammoth re-sign key bottom-6 forward to 2-year contract extension

The Utah Mammoth look well-positioned to bring postseason hockey to Salt Lake City for the first time ever — and they locked up a productive member of that quest on Friday.

Michael Carcone News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Mammoth re-sign Michael Carcone to two-year extension

An unheralded player is getting a slight raise. On Friday, the Utah Mammoth announced that they have signed forward Michael Carcone to a two-year contract extension.

Michael Carcone News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 20

Mammoth Sign Michael Carcone To Two-Year Extension

The Mammoth announced that they’ve signed left-winger Michael Carcone to a two-year extension through the 2027-28 campaign. The deal carries an average annual value of $1.75MM for a total value of $3.5MM, per TVA’s Renaud Lavoie.

Utah Mammoth News / Stadium Rant / March 20

Utah Mammoth Playoff Push: 3 Factors Driving A 2026 Stanley Cup Run

For a team competing in a stacked Central Division, the Utah Mammoth have exceeded expectations during the 2025-26 NHL season. Despite facing elite competition, Utah remains firmly in the Western Conference Wild Card race and is positioning itself as a potential surprise team in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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NHL Predictions: Anaheim Ducks vs Utah Mammoth, March 20th

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the slate of games and give in depth analysis.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 20

Mammoth, learning about season-ending pressure, brace for Ducks' visit

A potential Stanley Cup playoff preview is on the schedule for Friday when the Anaheim Ducks visit the Utah Mammoth. The teams will be the meeting for the third time this season and the first time in Salt Lake City.

Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / March 20

Karel Vejmelka, Mammoth dominate Knights in shutout

Karel Vejmelka made 28 saves for his second shutout of the season and the Utah Mammoth scored on their first three shots en route to a 4-0 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night in Las Vegas.

Logan Cooley News / The Hockey Writers / March 19

Logan Cooley’s First Major Injury Just a Stepping Stone in Career

23 points in 29 games. Not a bad production rate. 14 of those points were goals. That’s how good Logan Cooley was playing before Dec. 5. Set to break every career high he set in his sophomore season, the forward was leading the charge for the Utah Mammoth, who, despite struggling in November, were around the playoff line.

Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / March 18

Mammoth can't dwell on huge win with capable Knights on deck

Coming off arguably their biggest win of the season, the Utah Mammoth travel to Las Vegas to take on the Vegas Golden Knights in the front end of a key back-to-back for their playoff hopes.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 17

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 6-3 Win Over Stars

Losing streaks have to be snapped at some point. That’s especially true when you’re a good team like the Utah Mammoth. There probably weren’t a lot of people who thought the team’s four-game losing streak would end on Monday against the red-hot Dallas Stars, but at the end of the day, weirder things have happened.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 16

With 4-goal 3rd, Mammoth deny Stars record point streak

Kailer Yamamoto scored the eventual game-winning goal as the visiting Utah Mammoth doubled up the Dallas Stars 6-3 on Monday night. Clayton Keller, Nate Schmidt, Jack McBain, Michael Carcone and Lawson Crouse also scored for the Mammoth, who snapped a four-game winless skid (1-2-2).

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 13

Mammoth's Key Signing Completely Changes Free Agent Market

When the Utah Mammoth signed Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year $8 million deal, they effectively removed a key player from pending free agency. This signing could alter what's to come on July 1st, whether that is a higher Annual Average Value or a higher term contract, it can be assumed that Schmaltz has effectively set the tone for the summer.

Nick Schmaltz News / NHL Trade Talk / March 11

Mammoth Sign Nick Schmaltz To 8-Year Contract Extension

The Utah Mammoth announced on X (formerly Twitter) that they have signed Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year contract extension. The contract carries a cap hit of $8.0 million per season.

Utah Mammoth News / Breakaway on SI / March 11

Mammoth Sign Top Center to Eight-Year Extension

The Utah Mammoth had a bit more roster work to do, even after the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline. The Mammoth made a big move at the deadline, acquiring puck-moving defender MacKenzie Weegar, and it seemed like they were done with roster moves for the season.

Utah Mammoth News / Breakaway on SI / March 8

Mammoth's Karel Vejmelka Joins Elite Company

The Utah Mammoth recently defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets in overtime 5-4 after blowing a 4-2 lead which saw Logan Cooley net the overtime winner for the Mammoth.