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Utah Mammoth Reassign Dmitri Simashev

1/30/26: The Mammoth announced that Simashev has been reassigned to AHL Tucson just two days after he was recalled. Simashev was a healthy scratch for Utah’s loss to the Carolina Hurricanes last night.

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Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / January 28

Mammoth set for final road game until March at division-leading Canes

The Carolina Hurricanes will try to pick up where they left off a four-day layoff when they take on the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night at Raleigh, N.C.

Dmitriy Simashev News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 28

Mammoth Recall Dmitri Simashev

Before last night’s win over the Panthers, the Mammoth announced they’ve recalled defenseman Dmitriy Simashev from AHL Tucson. He takes the roster spot of center Cameron Hebig, who’s on his way back down to Tucson in the corresponding move.

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Nick Schmaltz News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Should the Utah Mammoth Give Nick Schmaltz a Contract Extension

After a 2-0 shutout defeat on Monday against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Utah Mammoth failed to extend their win streak to five games. Utah still continues to be one of the hottest teams in the NHL.

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There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 27

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 2-0 Loss to Lightning

The win streak had to be snapped at some point. Unfortunately, it’s inevitable at some point for every team. The Utah Mammoth had that happen to them earlier in the season when their seven-game win streak was snapped by a 6-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 27

Mammoth’s Sean Durzi erupts on Lightning’s Declan Carlile while in penalty box

The Utah Mammoth are battling for a playoff spot as the Olympic Break draws near. Utah had a rather tall task ahead of them on Monday night, as well. Sean Durzi and his teammates took on the Tampa Bay Lightning on the road.

Logan Cooley News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Mammoth’s Logan Cooley returns to practice in non-contact jersey

The Utah Mammoth have stayed steady this season, as they’re currently 27-20 and fourth in the Central Division. They’ve been without one of their key players, Logan Cooley, since the beginning of December after he suffered a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

NHL Predictions: January 26th, Tampa Bay Lightning vs Utah Mammoth

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.

Utah Mammoth News / NHL Rumors / January 26

NHL Rumors: The Utah Mammoth Won’t Mess Up Their Future

Daily Faceoff: Utah Mammoth GM Bill Armstrong won’t sacrifice their future to improve their team right now. Most big moves happen in the offseason or through the process of developing your own.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 25

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 5-2 Win Over Predators

The winning streak for the Utah Mammoth has hit Broadway. As the team kicks off a four-game road trip in the southwest, the pressure is on to accumulate as many points as possible to extend their lead in the wild card hunt as the Olympic break inches closer.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 24

Second-period burst carries Mammoth past Predators

Kailer Yamamoto and Barrett Hayton each had a goal and an assist as the Utah Mammoth earned 5-2 win over the host Nashville Predators on Saturday. Clayton Keller, Michael Carcone and JJ Peterka also scored goals for the Mammoth, who have points in nine straight (8-0-1).

Cameron Hebig News / The Hockey Writers / January 24

Mammoth News & Rumors: Hebig Finally Called Up, Trade Deadline & More

We are now less than two weeks out from the final couple of NHL games before the three-week Olympic break, and the Utah Mammoth are on a roll, winning four straight games and getting points in their past eight.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 24

NHL Predictions: January 24th, Utah Mammoth vs Nashville Predators

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.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 23

After a pair of comeback thrillers, Panthers set to face Mammoth

The Nashville Predators have lost two of three going into their home game against the Utah Mammoth on Saturday afternoon, but that win was something to savor.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 22

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 5-4 OT Win Over Flyers

The last time the Utah Mammoth and the Philadelphia Flyers met, it was a thrilling battle that ended in overtime with a dramatic game-winning goal by the Mammoth.

Garnet Hathaway News / Daily Faceoff / January 22

Garnet Hathaway's empty-net blunder fuels Mammoth comeback win

Hathaway was still in his full uniform and equipment long after the final whistle, staring at the ground.

Clayton Keller nets two, including OT winner, as Mammoth edge Flyers

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Utah Mammoth News / EasySportz / January 22

Utah Mammoth Complete Epic Comeback Amidst Flyers Collapse

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Leave it to the Utah Mammoth to turn a sure loss into a viral classic. Down 4-2 late in the third period and watching the Philadelphia Flyers control the puck with Utah’s net empty, the Mammoth pulled off a stunning comeback Wednesday night at the Delta Center.

Clayton Keller News / Field Level Media / January 22

Clayton Keller nets two, including OT winner, as Mammoth edge Flyers

Clayton Keller notched the tying goal with 34.2 seconds remaining in regulation, then scored at 2:01 into overtime, as the surging Utah Mammoth rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday night in Salt Lake City.

Cameron Hebig News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 21

Mammoth Recall Cameron Hebig

Ahead of their home tilt tonight the Utah Mammoth updated that Cameron Hebig has been recalled from AHL Tucson. No corresponding transaction was made,

Sean Durzi News / The Lead / January 19

Sean Durzi Has Made a Mammoth Impact on Utah

The date was Jan. 3, on a cold, dreary New Jersey night, the Utah Mammoth suffered a humiliating loss to the New Jersey Devils. Just like the freezing night, the Mammoth’s offense was ice cold with little life.

Elias Pettersson News / Stadium Rant / January 19

Elias Pettersson Trade Rumors: Utah Mammoth

The Vancouver Canucks seem ready to listen to offers concerning their #1 center, Elias Pettersson. He has a no-movement clause in his enormous $11.6 million contract running through the 2031-32 season.

Lawson Crouse News / Last Word On Sports / January 17

Lawson Crouse Stepping Up in New Role with Utah Mammoth

For much of the season, the Utah Mammoth have found it difficult to produce consistent offence. Their success has largely come from strong defence and solid goaltending, as goal scoring took some time to catch up.

Clayton Keller News / Daily Faceoff / January 10

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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