One year later: Utah Hockey Club players tell the story of the move to Utah

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Patrick Kinahan: Utah Hockey Club players profess love for Utah

Patrick Kinahan: Utah Hockey Club players profess love for Utah

Patrick Kinahan for KSL.com  |  Posted April 18 - 2:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Scarred Jazz fans stretching across different decades have good reason for wondering if some players share their intense commitment to the franchise.
Utah Hockey Club gives Robert Bortuzzo a special moment to end the season

Utah Hockey Club gives Robert Bortuzzo a special moment to end the season

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 15 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Robert Bortuzzo took his time leaving the ice on Tuesday in St. Louis. It wasn't only to savor the final game of Utah's inaugural season — it was to savor potentially his last time on NHL ice.
Clayton Keller reaches career-high as Utah continues late-season surge with win over Nashville

Clayton Keller reaches career-high as Utah continues late-season surge with win over Nashville

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 14 - 10:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

With a 4-point night Monday in Utah's 7-3 win over Nashville, Keller set a new career-high with 89 points on the season.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah gets it right naming Veggie team MVP

SLC Puck podcast: Utah gets it right naming Veggie team MVP

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted April 14 - 8:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club made its inaugural season home finale a celebratory occasion, even with an overtime shootout loss to the Nashville Predators.
From 'winging it' to owning the crease: Inside Barrett Hayton's breakout year for Utah HC

From 'winging it' to owning the crease: Inside Barrett Hayton's breakout year for Utah HC

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 12 - 9:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Barrett Hayton hit the 20-goal mark for the first time in his NHL career on Saturday in Utah's 5-3 win over Dallas.
A team, a state, a new tradition: Utah Hockey Club first season leaves a lasting impression

A team, a state, a new tradition: Utah Hockey Club first season leaves a lasting impression

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 11 - 12:03 a.m.  |  Save Story

The team skated for the final time in front of their home fans on Thursday.
Kailer Yamamoto gets some revenge in Utah's 7-1 win over Kraken

Kailer Yamamoto gets some revenge in Utah's 7-1 win over Kraken

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 8 - 11:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kailer Yamamoto scores against his former team as Utah blasts Seattle.
Utah Hockey Club gives first look at new practice facility

Utah Hockey Club gives first look at new practice facility

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 7 - 12:00 p.m.  |  Save Story

The team gathered in a cavernous hall of steel Monday and swapped helmets for hard hats as they got a tour of what will soon be their new home.
Watercooler Talk: End to the suffering in sight for Utah Jazz fans

Watercooler Talk: End to the suffering in sight for Utah Jazz fans

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted April 6 - 10:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

We are officially in the final week of the worst season in Utah Jazz franchise history.
 'Just getting started': Utah's Clayton Keller reaches 500 career points in win over Winnipeg

'Just getting started': Utah's Clayton Keller reaches 500 career points in win over Winnipeg

Austin Facer for KSL.com  |  Posted April 5 - 11:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

With two points — a goal and an assist — in Utah's 4-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday, Keller's career point total now stands halfway to a thousand with 596 games under his belt.
Utah's win over Winnipeg provides taste of what playoff series could've (still could?) looked like

Utah's win over Winnipeg provides taste of what playoff series could've (still could?) looked like

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 5 - 9:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The chants slowly crescendoed as the clock ticked down.
'Waiting for the right time': Search continues for Utah's first 6-on-5 goal in loss to Kings

'Waiting for the right time': Search continues for Utah's first 6-on-5 goal in loss to Kings

Austin Facer for KSL.com  |  Posted April 4 - 12:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Why take the goalie out and risk an easy goal against?
How a 1-minute stretch doomed the Utah Hockey Club against the Kings

How a 1-minute stretch doomed the Utah Hockey Club against the Kings

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 11:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dylan Guenther said the quiet part out loud.
NHL veteran Trevor Lewis always thought SLC could be a hockey town. He's happy it finally is

NHL veteran Trevor Lewis always thought SLC could be a hockey town. He's happy it finally is

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 3 - 2:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah native Trevor Lewis never thought he'd experience something like Thursday night: skating in an NHL game in his hometown.
SLC Puck podcast : Longshot Utah not worried about playoff odds

SLC Puck podcast : Longshot Utah not worried about playoff odds

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted April 3 - 8:19 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club may not know its a longshot to make the postseason.
'No doubt': Utah Hockey Club knew Guenther would return after taking puck to face

'No doubt': Utah Hockey Club knew Guenther would return after taking puck to face

Austin Facer for KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ten minutes into the first period of the Utah Hockey Club's 3-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, Utah Hockey Club forward Dylan Guenther took a puck to the face.
'We'll never quit': Utah Hockey Club is still believing after 3-1 win over Calgary

'We'll never quit': Utah Hockey Club is still believing after 3-1 win over Calgary

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 11:35 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Hockey Club kept their (albeit slight) playoff hopes alive for a bit longer with a 3-1 win over the Flames.
André Tourigny plays reporter as he explains why Utah HC won't go away from Vejmelka

André Tourigny plays reporter as he explains why Utah HC won't go away from Vejmelka

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted April 1 - 2:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club head coach sat down after his team's morning skate on Tuesday, and instead of immediately taking questions, he asked one.
SLC Puck podcast: Out of the playoffs, what does Utah HC have left to play for?

SLC Puck podcast: Out of the playoffs, what does Utah HC have left to play for?

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 31 - 12:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Realistically speaking, the Utah Hockey Club is out of the playoff races.
Karel Vejmelka gets Utah Hockey Club back in win column in 17th straight start

Karel Vejmelka gets Utah Hockey Club back in win column in 17th straight start

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 30 - 6:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club head coach André Tourigny knows he's asking a lot from Karel Vejmelka.
Utah Hockey Club fights back with overtime loss to defending Cup champs

Utah Hockey Club fights back with overtime loss to defending Cup champs

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 28 - 8:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club head coach André Tourigny ran down a long list of why forward Kevin Stendlund was considered an "unsung hero" this season.
'Supposed to be a special night': Sergachev's return to Tampa ruined in Utah's 8-0 loss

'Supposed to be a special night': Sergachev's return to Tampa ruined in Utah's 8-0 loss

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 27 - 8:52 p.m.  |  Save Story

Sergachev's former team blasted his new one with the Lightning rolling to an 8-0 win over the Utah Hockey Club. It was the most lopsided loss of the season for Utah and the first time the team allowed eight goals in a game.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah HC may call upon Stauber during critical trip to Florida

SLC Puck podcast: Utah HC may call upon Stauber during critical trip to Florida

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 27 - 10:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's playoff dreams took another hit Monday night in a crushing loss to the Detroit Red Wings, pushing their postseason hopes closer to the brink.
Red Wings fans toss octupus on Delta Center ice as Detroit routs Utah

Red Wings fans toss octupus on Delta Center ice as Detroit routs Utah

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 24 - 10:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

An octopus was on the ice. That wasn't a good sign for the home team.
Watercooler Talk: Cougars in Sweet 16, Utah Hockey Club falling behind playoff line

Watercooler Talk: Cougars in Sweet 16, Utah Hockey Club falling behind playoff line

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 23 - 10:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Host Caleb Turner recaps how the Cougars got to the third round of NCAA Tournament and where they go from here.
The Utah Hockey Club wants to be like Tampa Bay; Mikhail Sergachev is helping get there

The Utah Hockey Club wants to be like Tampa Bay; Mikhail Sergachev is helping get there

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 23 - 12:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

It wasn't until Utah started losing that head coach André Tourigny understood how much of an impact defenseman Mikhail Sergachev would have on his team.
Tampa Bay was having a nice time in Utah — until the Hockey Club's 6-4 win

Tampa Bay was having a nice time in Utah — until the Hockey Club's 6-4 win

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 22 - 7:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tampa Bay head coach Jon Cooper was having a great trip to Utah. The Utah hospitality, though, ran out on Saturday afternoon in a 6-4 Utah Hockey Club win.
Buffalo's 'own goal' secures much-needed win for Utah Hockey Club

Buffalo's 'own goal' secures much-needed win for Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 20 - 11:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson secured the win on Thursday. Unfortunately for him, it was for the wrong team
SLC Puck podcast: Playoffs or not, Utah's season is a success with meaningful games left to play

SLC Puck podcast: Playoffs or not, Utah's season is a success with meaningful games left to play

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 20 - 10:01 a.m.  |  Save Story

Realistically, Utah's chances of making the playoffs at this point shrink with every loss, requiring the team to play virtually mistake-free the rest of the way.
Utah Hockey Club's Michael Kesselring is looking like the one that got away from Oilers

Utah Hockey Club's Michael Kesselring is looking like the one that got away from Oilers

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 19 - 11:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club defenseman Michael Kesselring almost serves as a cautionary tale in Central Alberta.
Utah Hockey Club has a no good, very bad night in 7-1 loss to Edmonton

Utah Hockey Club has a no good, very bad night in 7-1 loss to Edmonton

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated March 18 - 10:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Leon Draisaitl's streak came to an end against Utah — everything else, though, went the Oilers way.
From courtside to rinkside: The growing connection between the Jazz and Utah Hockey Club

From courtside to rinkside: The growing connection between the Jazz and Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 18 - 7:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club defenseman Sean Durzi had some delusions of grandeur.
'Playoff hopes were on the line': Utah Hockey Club's growth highlighted by game-saving PK

'Playoff hopes were on the line': Utah Hockey Club's growth highlighted by game-saving PK

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 17 - 10:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

It could have been the beginning of a disaster.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah wins its biggest game of season in Vancouver

SLC Puck podcast: Utah wins its biggest game of season in Vancouver

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 17 - 8:42 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club played and won its biggest game of the season, a road win over the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night.
Logan Cooley's game-winning goal revives his game — and Utah's playoff hopes

Logan Cooley's game-winning goal revives his game — and Utah's playoff hopes

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 16 - 10:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

Logan Cooley felt like he could breathe easier. And he kept the Utah Hockey Club's playoff breathing, too.
Utah Hockey Club forward 'Spicy Tuna' Liam O'Brien will miss 4 weeks with injury

Utah Hockey Club forward 'Spicy Tuna' Liam O'Brien will miss 4 weeks with injury

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 16 - 12:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

"Spicy Tuna" may have played his last game this season.
EBUGs and honesty: How Utah HC's Karel Vejmelka is handling being an every-game goalie

EBUGs and honesty: How Utah HC's Karel Vejmelka is handling being an every-game goalie

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 15 - 6:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

On Saturday, a goalie with unfamiliar pads and an unfamiliar face took the ice for the Utah Hockey Club during a practice in Vancouver. There was a reason for that.
Utah Hockey Club faces new challenge after bad loss to Seattle: Turning the page

Utah Hockey Club faces new challenge after bad loss to Seattle: Turning the page

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 15 - 12:12 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club let one slip away. Or, maybe more accurately, it gave one away.
Dylan Guenther strikes again as Utah Hockey Club beats Ducks

Dylan Guenther strikes again as Utah Hockey Club beats Ducks

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 13 - 12:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Guenther stuck again with his patented one-timer from the left circle seven minutes into the third period to lift the Utah Hockey Club to a 3-2 win over the Anaheim Ducks Wednesday at the Delta Center.
Keller hits career-high in assists as Utah Hockey Club pushes for playoffs

Keller hits career-high in assists as Utah Hockey Club pushes for playoffs

Austin Facer for KSL.com  |  Posted March 11 - 9:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

Clayton Keller's first year in Utah may prove to be the best of his NHL career.
How Kesselring's fight helped Utah HC overcome 3-goal deficit to salvage point against Toronto

How Kesselring's fight helped Utah HC overcome 3-goal deficit to salvage point against Toronto

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 11 - 12:34 a.m.  |  Save Story

Simon Benoit jumped up and cocked his fist.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah will depend heavily on newly-extended Vejmelka down the stretch

SLC Puck podcast: Utah will depend heavily on newly-extended Vejmelka down the stretch

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 10 - 8:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club made waves at the trade deadline, not for acquiring or sending out any players, but rather with a slew of contract extensions.
Utah goalie Connor Ingram out indefinitely, enters NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Utah goalie Connor Ingram out indefinitely, enters NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 9 - 2:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club goalie Connor Ingram has re-entered the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program, the league and players union announced Sunday.
Connor Bedard scores in overtime to lift Blackhawks to 4-3 win over Utah

Connor Bedard scores in overtime to lift Blackhawks to 4-3 win over Utah

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 7 - 9:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Connor Bedard scored 3:10 into overtime to give the Chicago Blackhawks a 4-3 victory over the Utah Hockey Club.
'They deserve to fight together': Utah HC makes cap-clearing deal, keeps roster intact at deadline

'They deserve to fight together': Utah HC makes cap-clearing deal, keeps roster intact at deadline

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 7 - 3:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Hockey Club cleared out about $7.8 million of cap space by trading Shea Weber's dead contract along with the rights to defenseman Victor Soderstrom and forward Aku Raty to Chicago for a 2026 fifth round pick.
Karel Vejmelka helps Utah shake off rust with 38-save night in win over Red Wings

Karel Vejmelka helps Utah shake off rust with 38-save night in win over Red Wings

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 6 - 9:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

Maybe Karel Vejmelka should have asked for more money.
Utah Hockey Club signs goalie Karel Vejmelka to 5-year extension

Utah Hockey Club signs goalie Karel Vejmelka to 5-year extension

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated March 5 - 9:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah also extended its top goalies — and two other players — on Wednesday.
Utah Hockey Club goalie Karel Vejmelka wants to stick around for the long haul

Utah Hockey Club goalie Karel Vejmelka wants to stick around for the long haul

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 4 - 6:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah is reportedly progressing toward an extension for its top goaltender.
Utah Hockey Club signs key defenseman to 3-year extension

Utah Hockey Club signs key defenseman to 3-year extension

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 3 - 4:02 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club signed Olli Määttä to a three-year extension with an average annual value of $3.5 million.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah Hockey Club can't afford any miscues down the stretch

SLC Puck podcast: Utah Hockey Club can't afford any miscues down the stretch

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted March 3 - 8:44 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club kept itself in the playoff race by winning three of four at the Delta Center over the most recent home stand.
'In life you win or you learn': What Utah Hockey Club needs to learn after loss to Devils

'In life you win or you learn': What Utah Hockey Club needs to learn after loss to Devils

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted March 1 - 11:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

Before fans had fully settled into their seats in the third period, the New Jersey Devils struck.
Utah Hockey fans scoring big for downtown businesses

Utah Hockey fans scoring big for downtown businesses

Brian Carlson, KSL-TV  |  Posted March 1 - 11:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

Since the Utah Hockey Club came to town, fans have been flocking to see the team and bringing their wallets with them.
Sean Durzi ready to 'pour heart out for state' as he scores his 1st Utah Hockey Club goal

Sean Durzi ready to 'pour heart out for state' as he scores his 1st Utah Hockey Club goal

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Feb. 28 - 12:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

For months, all Sean Durzi had were the memories: The rally towels waving. The thunderous crowd. The excitement of taking the ice for a new franchise.
'New confidence and swagger': Utah Hockey Club routs Minnesota 6-1 for team's 3rd straight win

'New confidence and swagger': Utah Hockey Club routs Minnesota 6-1 for team's 3rd straight win

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb. 27 - 11:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

With the trade deadline looming next week, the Utah Hockey Club has made a strong case to stick together.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah's GM says team not buying or selling at deadline

SLC Puck podcast: Utah's GM says team not buying or selling at deadline

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Feb. 27 - 8:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

With 23 games to play heading into Thursday's home tilt against Minnesota, the Utah Hockey Club finds itself caught in the middle.
Lawson Crouse got reflective over the break — that led to a Utah Hockey Club win over Chicago

Lawson Crouse got reflective over the break — that led to a Utah Hockey Club win over Chicago

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb. 25 - 11:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

With 7:48 left Crouse scored on a quick backhander to lift Utah to a 2-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks at the Delta Center.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah keeps itself in Stanley Cup playoff hunt with win over Canucks

SLC Puck podcast: Utah keeps itself in Stanley Cup playoff hunt with win over Canucks

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Feb. 24 - 8:23 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club kept itself in the playoff hunt with a hard-earned 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night at the Delta Center.
Dylan Guenther scores game-winner as Utah climbs within 4 points of playoff spot

Dylan Guenther scores game-winner as Utah climbs within 4 points of playoff spot

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Feb. 23 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Guenther scored with 5:53 remaining to lift the Utah Hockey Club to a 2-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks at the Delta Center.
Doughty's 3-point game helps Kings overcome Hayton's hat trick in 5-3 win over Utah

Doughty's 3-point game helps Kings overcome Hayton's hat trick in 5-3 win over Utah

Dan Greenspan, Associated Press  |  Posted Feb. 22 - 11:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

Drew Doughty had a goal and two assists to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 5-3 win over Utah on Saturday night.