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Clayton Keller on Mammoth fans whistling during games: 'Pretty annoying'

NHL hockey is still new to Salt Lake City, and it appears fans of the Utah Mammoth, now in their second season since relocating from Arizona, are trying to start up a tradition uniquely their own. Recently, fans at Mammoth home games have been whistling during play, making the Delta Center sound like an aviary.

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Each Nations Top Standouts from the 2026 World Junior Championship

With the 2026 World Junior Championship in the rear view mirror, here are Inside The Rink’s top standouts from the tournament. Tij Iginla, 2024 Sixth Overall, Utah Mammoth – From the moment the tournament started, Tij Iginla made his impact on Team Canada.

Utah Mammoth News / Bleacher Report / January 9

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 8

Mammoth, knocking on door of playoff picture, face Blues next

The Utah Mammoth will endeavor to climb back into a playoff spot when they host the St. Louis Blues on Friday in Salt Lake City. Utah, which will play

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A Dream Come True: Clayton Keller Named to Team USA’s Olympic Roster

There are three things that hockey players dream of ever since they first lace up their skates. Getting drafted into and making the NHL, winning the Stanley Cup, and playing for their country in the Olympics. At a young age, Clayton Keller achieved the first dream.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Winter Classic Comes to Utah: Mammoth Set to Host Avalanche at Rice-Eccles Stadium

An outdoor game in Salt Lake City has long been rumored ever since the day the Utah Hockey Club, now the Utah Mammoth, arrived in town. Owner Ryan Smith has posted a couple of times on X that he was working on getting it done.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 3-1 Win Over Senators

There was a lot of momentum going into Wednesday’s game for the Utah Mammoth. The team was going into a seven-game homestand after winning in overtime against the New York Rangers, thanks to a Sean Durzi goal, which he scored weeks after his grandpa died.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 8

Hot start propels Mammoth past Senators

Utah Mammoth goaltender Karel Vejmelka had a 32-save night as his team battled for a 3-1 win against the visiting Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night. Lawson Crouse, John Marino and Daniil But all scored, and Clayton Keller tallied two assists for the Mammoth, who have won three of their last four games.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / January 7

Utah Mammoth to Host 2027 NHL Winter Classic

The NHL has announced that the Utah Mammoth will host the 2027 NHL Winter Classic. They will face off against the Colorado Avalanche. The news comes as the NHL commissioner Gary Bettman met with Utah’s Ryan and Ashley Smith at Rice-Eccles Stadium, where they held a press conference to announce it.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / January 7

Mammoth to Host Avalanche in 2027 Winter Classic

In a stunning announcement during the franchise’s inaugural season, the Utah Mammoth will host the Colorado Avalanche in the 2027 NHL Winter Classic. Just

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 7

Mammoth to host Avalanche in 2027 Winter Classic

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Juuso Valimaki News / Field Level Media / January 6

Hurricanes acquire D Juuso Valimaki from Mammoth

The Carolina Hurricanes picked up defenseman Juuso Valimaki in a late-night trade with the Utah Mammoth on Monday. Utah received future considerations in the deal.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 6

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 3-2 OT Win Over Rangers

It was a hard-hitting, physical, gritty game, but the Utah Mammoth pulled off a big win under the brightest lights in the United States in Madison Square Garden against the New York Rangers.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 6

Hurricanes add former 1st round pick in intriguing Mammoth trade

The Utah Mammoth knew that it was time for a fresh start for one of their struggling defensemen. Juuso Valimaki was a former first-round pick in 2016 by the Calgary Flames, but his NHL career never fully flourished, which made him a perfect option for the Carolina Hurricanes.

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Juuso Valimaki News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6

Hurricanes Acquire Juuso Valimaki From Mammoth

Late tonight a small trade occurred as Juuso Välimäki has been traded from Utah to Carolina in exchange for future considerations, as was first shared by Utah.

Juuso Valimaki News / Daily Faceoff / January 5

Mammoth trade Juuso Valimaki to Hurricanes for future considerations

The Utah Mammoth have traded defenseman Juuso Valimaki to the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for future considerations, the club announced Monday evening.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / January 5

Utah Mammoth Focused on Winning at Madison Square Garden Despite Excitement

There are always arenas that NHL players absolutely want to and love playing in, besides obviously their home rink. When players are from certain NHL cities, like Clayton Keller and St.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 5

NHL Predictions: January 5th, Utah Mammoth vs New York Rangers

Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and trends, then makes predictions based on how the game might play out.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 3

40 Games Later: Evaluating Maple Leafs’ Risky Marner Replacement Plan

When the offseason saw Mitch Marner moved by the Toronto Maple Leafs, the idea that Toronto could replace one player with a committee (and save money) sounded ambitious.

Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 1

Mammoth goaltender Karel Vejmelka returns from IR, helps Utah stop skid

The Mammoth announced that goaltender Karel Vejmelka has been activated off injured reserve.

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Top Mammoth Prospect Following in Father's Footsteps at WJC

Many believed that top Utah Mammoth prospect Tij Iginla should have made Canada's roster for the 2025 World Junior Championship. He was a notable snub, and Canada was eliminated in the quarterfinal for the second straight year.

Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 29

Mammoth Recall Matt Villalta, Place Karel Vejmelka On IR

The Utah Mammoth announced that they’ve placed netminder Karel Vejmelka on the injured reserve with an upper-body injury, retroactive to December 23. In a corresponding roster move, the Mammoth have recalled Matt Villalta from the AHL’s Tucson Roadrunners.

Utah Mammoth News / Last Word On Sports / December 27