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Some players might be expected to score more than others, but several candidates could lead the Mammoth in goals... Whoever does has the ability to be one of the best players in the NHL.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 15

Mammoth host Blues in final postseason tune-up

A spirited surge has afforded the Utah Mammoth the luxury of kicking up their heels in their regular-season finale against the St. Louis Blues on Thursday in Salt Lake City.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 14

Mammoth hold off Jets, secure West's No. 1 wild card

Nick Schmaltz scored twice as the Utah Mammoth held on late to defeat the visiting Winnipeg Jets 5-3 on Tuesday night. Logan Cooley had a goal and an assist, Nate Schmidt had two assists, Alex Kerfoot scored a goal and Karel Vejmelka made 21 saves for the Mammoth (43-32-6, 92 points), who snapped a two-game skid.

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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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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Utah Mammoth 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 / The Hockey Writers / March 16

Nick Schmaltz Committed to Utah with Eight Year Extension

Going into the trade deadline, the Utah Mammoth’s core was pretty much solidified and locked up. Dylan Guenther and Logan Cooley had signed long-term extensions in the past two years.

Buffalo Sabres News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 12

Sabres rumors: How Adrian Kempe, Nick Schmaltz impact Alex Tuch Sabres negotiations

The Buffalo Sabres are writing one of the most exciting and uplifting stories of the current NHL season, as this team that has not even been to the Stanley Cup playoffs in 15 seasons has risen to the top of the Atlantic Division standings.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / March 13

What might the Nick Schmaltz extension mean for the Canucks and Elias Pettersson?

The unrestricted free agent centre market for the 2026 offseason was already tracking to be bleak, but after yesterday’s Nick Schmaltz extension with the Utah Mammoth, the centre cupboards are bare.

Utah Mammoth News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Mammoth’s Bill Armstrong makes ‘sleepless’ admission after Nick Schmaltz extension

The Utah Mammoth signed forward Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year contract extension on Wednesday. Schmaltz, who was set to be a free agent this summer, will make a total of $64 million over the next eight years.

Utah Mammoth News / Flamesnation / March 11

NHL Notebook: Mammoth sign Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year deal

One potential free agent is now off the market. On Tuesday evening, the Utah Mammoth announced that they have re-signed Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year deal worth $8 million annually.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Utah Mammoth News / Canucksarmy / March 11

NHL UFAs list looking bleak as Nick Schmaltz re-signs with Utah Mammoth

If you thought the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline lacked pop, this summer’s free agent frenzy might somehow outdo it. For all of us in hockey media (and anyone who follows the sport, really), we of course hope that won’t be the case. Unfortunately, with each pending UFA that gets locked up, the likelihood of that increases.

Utah Mammoth 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.

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Utah Mammoth News / Daily Faceoff / March 11

Schmaltz extension a great deal for team and player

The Utah Mammoth are enjoying a successful season in just their second year since relocating from Arizona. With 73 points through 65 games, Utah is well-positioned in the top wild spot in the Western Conference, and are on track to make the postseason as a franchise for the first time since 2020, dating back to their time as the Arizona Coyotes.

Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / March 11

Mammoth F Nick Schmaltz inks 8-year, $64M extension

Utah Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz signed an eight-year, $64 million contract extension on Wednesday. Schmaltz was in line to be an unrestricted free agent this summer before agreeing to a deal that runs through 2033-34.

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 / Daily Faceoff / March 11

Mammoth re-sign Nick Schmaltz to eight-year extension

A big day for one of the more underrated players out west. On Wednesday, the Utah Mammoth announced that forward Nick Schmaltz has signed an eight-year contract extension.

Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 11

Nick Schmaltz's huge Mammoth extension another blow to NHL free agency

The Mammoth announced that they’ve signed forward Nick Schmaltz to an eight-year extension.

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Utah Mammoth News / The Lead / February 24

Should the Utah Mammoth Re-Sign Nick Schmaltz?

Nick Schmaltz is a player who continues to etch his name into Utah Mammoth legend. Last year, fans learned Schmaltz’s name through his turnovers on the ice, creating precarious situations for Mammoth goaltenders.

Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / February 3

Nick Schmaltz's hat trick propels Mammoth past Canucks

Nick Schmaltz scored three goals and added an assist as the Utah Mammoth skated to a 6-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday in Salt Lake City. Schmaltz netted two goals in the first period and one in the third enroute for his third career hat trick and his sixth game with four-plus-points.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 3

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Utah Mammoth News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 31

Nick Schmaltz's remarkable start for Mammoth almost didn't happen

Nick Schmaltz is on an eight-game point streak and has rattled off seven goals and 10 assists for 17 points in 11 games to start the year.

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Utah Mammoth News / Field Level Media / October 18

NHL roundup: Nick Schmaltz's hat trick lifts Mammoth past Sharks

Nick Schmaltz recorded his second career hat trick and added an assist to lead the Utah Mammoth to a 6-3 win over the San Jose Sharks in Salt Lake City on Friday night.

Utah Mammoth News / The Hockey Writers / October 18

Nick Schmaltz Hat Trick Lifts Mammoth to 6-3 Victory Over Sharks

On Friday night, the Utah Mammoth hosted the winless San Jose Sharks for their first matchup of the season at the newly renovated Delta Center. Coming

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 2, 2025

Bruins Linked to Mammoth Forward as Potential Trade Target

With the Boston Bruins seeking offensive upgrades, Utah Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz has emerged as a potential trade target. In a recent piece for The Hockey News, contributor Spencer Lazary listed Schmaltz among three Mammoth players who could be moved—and he stands out as the most intriguing fit for Boston.