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Why the Utah Mammoth Could Be a Darkhorse in the 2026 NHL Playoffs

In just their second NHL season, the Utah Mammoth have secured a berth in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time in franchise history. They punched their post-season ticket with a win over the Nashville Predators, combined with the Anaheim Ducks defeating the San Jose Sharks.

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

I’ve said it before, and so has head coach André Tourigny. You can’t win every game. After winning five straight, the Utah Mammoth fell to the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday afternoon by a score of 4-1.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 11

Canes stop Mammoth, pad Eastern Conference lead

Andrei Svechnikov and Jordan Staal scored first-period goals as the Carolina Hurricanes topped the Utah Mammoth 4-1 on Saturday in Salt Lake City. With the victory, Carolina (52-22-6, 110 points) moved four points up on the idle Buffalo Sabres for the top seed in the Eastern Conference.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Mammoth’s Alex Kerfoot Nominated for 2026 King Clancy Trophy

For the second straight season, the Utah Mammoth has named Alex Kerfoot the team’s nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy. The trophy is awarded to the NHL player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community.

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Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / April 10

Buoyed by first playoff berth, Mammoth take on Eastern Conference-leading Canes

With a playoff spot locked up, the Utah Mammoth will look to extend their winning streak to six when they wrap up a three-game homestand against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday afternoon in Salt Lake City.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 10

Mammoth’s Rise Makes Oilers’ Lead Seem Strange

Here’s a wild fact: the Utah Mammoth punched a ticket to the NHL playoffs with a 4-1 beatdown of the Nashville Predators. What says more than just “they made the playoffs” is that they clinched the first wild card with a better record than the Pacific Division leader.

Utah Mammoth News / Trade Talk Sports / April 10

The Utah Mammoth Are Playoff Bound For First Time

Salt Lake City will be getting its first taste of the NHL Playoffs this spring. On Thursday, the Utah Mammoth clinched its first-ever postseason appearance thanks to its 4-1 win over the Nashville Predators in combination with the Anaheim Ducks’ win over the San Jose Sharks.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 4-1 Win Over Predators

This win will be one remembered forever. It’s not going to be remembered for Clayton Keller’s three assists. It’s not going to be about Karel Vejmelka’s stellar performance in net.

Utah Mammoth News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Mammoth clinch first playoff berth since relocating to Utah

Playoff hockey is coming to the Beehive State. With their 4-1 win over the Nashville Predators on Thursday, in combination with the San Jose Sharks loss to the Anaheim Ducks, the Utah Mammoth have clinched a postseason berth in just their second season since relocating from Arizona.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 10

Mammoth take down Predators for 5th straight win

Dylan Guenther and Nick Schmaltz each had a goal and an assist and Clayton Keller had three primary assists as the Utah Mammoth inched closer to a Stanley Cup playoff berth with a 4-1 victory over the Nashville Predators on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

Mammoth’s Clayton Keller Nominated for 2026 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy

The Utah Chapter of the Professional Hockey Writers’ Association (PWHA) has nominated Clayton Keller as their nominee for the 2026 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 8

Utah Steals Page from Oilers Book, Pulls of Mammoth Comeback

The Utah Mammoth gave the Edmonton Oilers a taste of their own medicine on Tuesday night, mounting not one, but several comebacks in a 6-5 overtime win.

Utah Mammoth News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Mammoth unveil the coolest Zamboni in hockey history

The Utah Mammoth franchise has existed for two seasons so far, but it’s all the club needed to build and introduce the coolest-looking Zamboni in history.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 6-5 Overtime Win Over Oilers

The six-goal plus winning streak continues. Yes, not only have the Utah Mammoth won their past four games, but they’ve won each of those games by scoring six or more goals.

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Clayton Keller News / Field Level Media / April 8

Clayton Keller's OT goal caps Mammoth's rally past Oilers

Clayton Keller scored the game-winning goal in overtime as the Utah Mammoth rallied to defeat the Edmonton Oilers 6-5 on Tuesday night. The Mammoth went on the power play 25 seconds into overtime, and Keller scored on a snap shot that went over Tristan Jarry's shoulder and into the net.

Utah Mammoth News / Daily Faceoff / April 8

Utah unveils Mammoth-themed Zamboni based off 2002 Olympic ice resurfacer

The Utah Mammoth are bolstering their intensity heading into the final stretch of the 2025-26 NHL season. They call it the Zammoth — a Zamboni refitted

Michael Hrabal News / The Hockey Writers / April 7

Mammoth’s Michael Hrabal Ready for Pro Career After Closing Chapter at UMass

The Utah Mammoth have quite a few prospects still yet to appear in an NHL game. Caleb Densoyers, Tij Iginla, and Cole Beaudoin are the big names as they continue to progress towards cracking an NHL lineup.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 6

Mammoth host Oilers in high-stakes contest for playoff positioning

The Utah Mammoth continue their push for a playoff berth as they host the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night in Salt Lake City. This will be the third and final game between these teams this season.

Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4

Mammoth’s Jack McBain, MacKenzie Weegar Out

The Utah Mammoth announced two changes to the lineup just before Saturday’s game against the Vancouver Canucks. Center Jack McBain missed the game with a lower-body injury that has him designated out week-to-week.

Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4

Mammoth Recall Dmitri Simashev

The Mammoth have added some extra defensive depth heading into their game today against Vancouver. According to the AHL’s transactions log, Utah has recalled blueliner Dmitri Simashev from AHL Tucson.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

NHL Predictions: Utah Mammoth vs Vancouver Canucks, April 4th

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. 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 stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Kevin Rooney News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 3

Mammoth Recall Kevin Rooney

The Mammoth recalled center Kevin Rooney from AHL Tucson on Friday, per a team announcement. His addition to the roster comes after fellow middleman Jack McBain left Thursday night’s 6-2 win over the Kraken in the second period with a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Mammoth sign Michael Hrabal to entry-level contract

A talented collegiate goaltender is set to join the pro ranks. On Wednesday, the Utah Mammoth announced that the team has signed goaltender Michael Hrabal to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker / March 24

Oilers' Connor McDavid scores 400th career goal

Edmonton Oilers forward Connor McDavid is making a push for yet another scoring title this season, but before he gets there he reached another big career milestone for himself on Tuesday night.

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Caleb Desnoyers News / Last Word On Sports / March 23

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.