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Alexander Kerfoot, Logan Cooley score twice as Mammoth rout Kings

Alexander Kerfoot and Logan Cooley each scored twice as the visiting Utah Mammoth thumped the Los Angeles Kings 6-2 on Saturday night. With the win, Utah (38-30-6, 82 points), currently in the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference, holds a five-point lead over the Nashville Predators, owners of the second wild-card position.

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Picking This Year’s Cinderella Run Has Never Been Easier

The Utah Mammoth enter play Saturday with a 37-30-6 record, squarely in position for their first playoff berth via the wild-card spot in the West. They’re 3-5-2 in their last 10 games.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 28

NHL Predictions: Utah Mammoth vs Los Angeles Kings, March 28th

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Utah Mammoth News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 27

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

The Utah Mammoth have an inside track to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in just their second season. Taking the Arizona Coyotes core, they have supplemented through trades and free agency to put together a nice season.

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Barrett Hayton News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 26

Barrett Hayton Out Week-To-Week With Upper-Body Injury

Mammoth head coach Andre Tourigny said Thursday that center Barrett Hayton is considered week-to-week with an upper-body injury, per Brogan Houston of the Deseret News.

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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

Utah Mammoth News / Breakaway on SI / March 26

Mammoth Eyeing Another Step Forward As Playoffs Near

The Utah Mammoth were a team to watch entering the 2025-2026 season, with many labeling them as a potential playoff team in a crowded Western Conference.

Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / March 25

Mammoth out to bolster playoff position, dent Caps' chances

The Utah Mammoth look to solidify their hold on a playoff spot when they host the Washington Capitals on Thursday night. Utah (37-29-6, 80 points) leads the surging Nashville Predators by three points for the first wild-card spot into the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the Western Conference.

Danil But News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Utah Mammoth Recall Danil But

According to a team announcement, the Utah Mammoth have recalled prospect forward Danil But from the AHL’s Tucson Roadrunners. The transaction increases the Mammoth’s active roster to 24 players.

Utah Mammoth News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

Is making the playoffs good enough for the Mammoth?

The Utah Mammoth are finally living up to the hype.

Mammoth sign Michael Hrabal to entry-level contract

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Michael Hrabal News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 25

Mammoth Sign Michael Hrabal To Entry-Level Deal

The Mammoth announced they’ve signed goalie prospect Michael Hrabal to a three-year, entry-level deal that begins next season. He’ll immediately report to AHL Tucson on a tryout basis to finish the current campaign.

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.

NHL 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.

Maple Leafs expected to make significant changes in offseason

Maple Leafs collect rare win as Matthew Knies strikes twice vs. Bruins

Lightning score five unanswered goals to sink Wild

Panthers edge Kraken in shootout in Paul Maurice's 2,000th game

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin out day-to-day with upper-body injury

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 24

Mammoth Celebrate Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary

The Utah Mammoth are ready to face off against the Edmonton Oilers on March 24. Puck drop is slated for 9:30 p.m. EST. Utah head coach André Tourigny will coach his 400th NHL game.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / March 24

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.