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Schmidt's 4 points powers Mammoth to 6-3 win over Kraken

Schmidt's 4 points powers Mammoth to 6-3 win over Kraken

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 7:43 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nate Schmidt scored two goals and added two assists to help the Mammoth pull away late in 6-3 win over the Kraken. Lawson Crouse also totaled three points to help lift Utah in high-scoring affair.
John Marino's deflected goal in late 3rd lifts Mammoth to win over visiting Stars

John Marino's deflected goal in late 3rd lifts Mammoth to win over visiting Stars

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 11:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

Karel Vejmelka made 26 saves to help the Mammoth hold off a late rally from the Stars as Nick Schmaltz and John Marino each pick up two points in the 2-1 victory.
Lineup changes spark Mammoth's 6-1 victory over Maple Leafs

Lineup changes spark Mammoth's 6-1 victory over Maple Leafs

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 14 - 12:09 a.m.  |  Save Story

After swapping Dylan Guenther and Daniil But between the second and third lines, the Utah offense exploded for six goals, with Guenther totaling 3 points and But adding 2 points.
Utah's Vanecek makes 33 saves in OT loss as Columbus' Voronkov scores game-winner

Utah's Vanecek makes 33 saves in OT loss as Columbus' Voronkov scores game-winner

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 11 - 10:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Clayton Keller totaled two points and Vitek Vanecek recorded 33 saves but the Mammoth fell 3-2 in overtime against the Blue Jackets.
Schmaltz, Keller make history as they power Mammoth to win over Blues

Schmaltz, Keller make history as they power Mammoth to win over Blues

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 9 - 11:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nick Schmaltz totaled three points to go along with Keller's three assists as the duo led the Mammoth to a 4-2 win over the St. Louis Blues.
Mammoth defeat Senators 3-1 on historic day for franchise

Mammoth defeat Senators 3-1 on historic day for franchise

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 7 - 11:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth picked up a gritty 3-1 win over the Ottawa Senators behind two early goals in the first period as the NHL announces the 2027 Winter Classic in Utah.
Olympic 'dry run'? Utah Mammoth to host outdoor Winter Classic at Rice-Eccles Stadium

Olympic 'dry run'? Utah Mammoth to host outdoor Winter Classic at Rice-Eccles Stadium

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Updated Jan. 7 - 7:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth are slated to host an outdoors game next season against the Rocky Mountain rival.
Durzi's OT winner lifts Mammoth by Rangers to cap 3-game road trip

Durzi's OT winner lifts Mammoth by Rangers to cap 3-game road trip

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 5 - 8:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Durzi tapped home the game-winning goal from Nick Schmaltz in overtime to lift the Mammoth to a 3-2 win Monday night over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden.
Markstrom stifles Mammoth as Devils defeat Utah 4-1

Markstrom stifles Mammoth as Devils defeat Utah 4-1

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 3 - 6:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's offense fell flat against the Devils after a seven-goal performance in their last game. Michael Carcone scored the Mammoth's only goal as Markstrom totaled 30 saves.
Utah Mammoth captain Clayton Keller makes Team USA's Olympic roster

Utah Mammoth captain Clayton Keller makes Team USA's Olympic roster

Cole Bagley and Emma Benson, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 2 - 4:16 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Mammoth captain Clayton Keller on Friday was named as one of 20 skaters on Team USA's Olympic roster, along with teammate Olli Määttä, who was named to Finland's roster.
Guenther's first career hat trick helps Mammoth race past Islanders

Guenther's first career hat trick helps Mammoth race past Islanders

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Jan. 1 - 4:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dylan Guenther recorded four points as the Mammoth start the new year off with a dominant 7-2 win over the New York Islanders despite being out-shot.
Nashville's Stamkos nets 2 goals in 2 minutes to sink Mammoth

Nashville's Stamkos nets 2 goals in 2 minutes to sink Mammoth

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 30 - 12:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Predators beat the Mammoth 4-3 on a pair of Steven Stamkos goals despite Guenther's two points.
Colorado's Wedgewood records shutout as Avalanche edge Mammoth 1-0

Colorado's Wedgewood records shutout as Avalanche edge Mammoth 1-0

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 23 - 10:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth fell short on the road to the Avalanche in the team's final game before the holiday break. Vitek Vanacek finished with 25 saves while Scott Wedgewood stopped 32 shots on his way to a shutout.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah makes OT winner more exciting than necessary

SLC Puck podcast: Utah makes OT winner more exciting than necessary

Austin Facer for KSL  |  Posted Dec. 21 - 11:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth beat Winnipeg 4–3 in overtime, but somehow managed to make a 3–0 lead feel like a horror movie, nearly blowing their lead in the third period.
Keller comes through in OT to help Utah Mammoth hold off Winnipeg

Keller comes through in OT to help Utah Mammoth hold off Winnipeg

Sean Walker, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 21 - 8:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Clayton Keller had a goal and an assist, including a fastbreak game-winner 13 seconds into overtime to help the Utah Mammoth secure a 4-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday evening at the Delta Center.
Utah's Daniil But notches first career goal, but shorthanded Devils outlast Mammoth 2-1

Utah's Daniil But notches first career goal, but shorthanded Devils outlast Mammoth 2-1

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 19 - 10:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth took an early lead off of Daniil But's first career goal but eventually fell to the Devils 2-1 as Markstrom makes 33 saves.
Keller, Vejmelka lead Mammoth to 4-1 win over Detroit

Keller, Vejmelka lead Mammoth to 4-1 win over Detroit

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 17 - 8:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth captured their second win of a three-game road trip as they pull away from Detroit late with a 4-1 win over the Red Wings.
Guenther scores in OT to complete Mammoth's 5-4 comeback win over reeling Penguins

Guenther scores in OT to complete Mammoth's 5-4 comeback win over reeling Penguins

Dan Scifo, Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 14 - 4:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dylan Guenther scored 42 seconds into overtime, leading the Utah Mammoth to a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday.
Complete team performance guides Mammoth to win over Kraken

Complete team performance guides Mammoth to win over Kraken

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 12 - 11:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth defeated the Kraken 5-3 on Friday night as their special teams shine with Vejmelka recording 33 saves.
Panthers' late goal sinks Mammoth, who drop 3rd straight

Panthers' late goal sinks Mammoth, who drop 3rd straight

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 10 - 11:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth fall to the Panthers 4-3 after Anton Lundell's goal with under a minute left to play lifts the defending champs over Utah.
Mammoth's sluggish start too much to overcome in 4-2 loss to Kings

Mammoth's sluggish start too much to overcome in 4-2 loss to Kings

Jaxon Wynder, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 8 - 10:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Mammoth fell to the Kings 4-2 after Los Angeles jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead in the first period while Utah squandered opportunities.
SLC Puck podcast: Tourigny's hot seat cools off, for now

SLC Puck podcast: Tourigny's hot seat cools off, for now

Austin Facer for KSL  |  Posted Dec. 7 - 11:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

On this episode of SLC Puck, Austin Facer breaks down the Utah Mammoth's critical three-game homestand against the LA Kings, Florida Panthers, and Seattle Kraken.
Stenlund has goal and assist as Mammoth beat Canucks 4-1

Stenlund has goal and assist as Mammoth beat Canucks 4-1

Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 5 - 10:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Kevin Stenlund had a goal and an assist in the third period, and the Utah Mammoth beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-1 for their second straight win.
Peterka has 2 goals and 2 assists, Vejmelka gets first shutout of season as Mammoth beat Ducks

Peterka has 2 goals and 2 assists, Vejmelka gets first shutout of season as Mammoth beat Ducks

Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 4 - 12:25 a.m.  |  Save Story

JJ Peterka had two goals and two asssists, Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 shots for his first shutout of the season.
Jazz, Mammoth to join forces in 'paying it forward.' Here's how Utahns can participate, too

Jazz, Mammoth to join forces in 'paying it forward.' Here's how Utahns can participate, too

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Dec. 2 - 10:00 a.m.  |  Save Story

"Pay it Forward Day" is recognized globally in late April, but the owners of the Utah Jazz and Mammoth are hoping to make it more of a Christmas season tradition.
Big nights for Toffoli, Smith and Celebrini send Sharks to 6-3 win over Mammoth

Big nights for Toffoli, Smith and Celebrini send Sharks to 6-3 win over Mammoth

Associated Press  |  Posted Dec. 1 - 11:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

Tyler Toffoli had two goals and two assists as the San Jose Sharks defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-3.
Holloway scores, Hofer makes 17 saves in the Blues' 1-0 win over the Mammoth

Holloway scores, Hofer makes 17 saves in the Blues' 1-0 win over the Mammoth

Warren Mayes, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 29 - 8:50 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dylan Holloway scored, Joel Hofer stopped 17 shots for his second shutout of the season and the St. Louis Blues beat the Utah Mammoth 1-0 on Saturday night in the second half of back-to-back games for both teams.
Cooley scores 4 straight goals in 5-point night in Mammoth's 5-1 win over Golden Knights

Cooley scores 4 straight goals in 5-point night in Mammoth's 5-1 win over Golden Knights

Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 24 - 10:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

Logan Cooley scored four straight four goals and had an assist and the Utah Mammoth beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-1 on Monday night.
DeSimone scores go-ahead goal in 3rd, Mammoth beat slumping Rangers to stop 4-game skid

DeSimone scores go-ahead goal in 3rd, Mammoth beat slumping Rangers to stop 4-game skid

John Coon, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 10:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Nick DeSimone scored the tiebreaking goal 7:32 into the third period and the Utah Mammoth beat the scuffling New York Rangers 3-2 to snap a four-game losing streak.
Eichel scores twice as Golden Knights beat Mammoth 4-1

Eichel scores twice as Golden Knights beat Mammoth 4-1

John Coon, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 20 - 11:37 p.m.  |  Save Story

Jack Eichel scored two goals and assisted on a third to power the Vegas Golden Knights to a 4-1 victory over the Utah Mammoth.
Celebrini's hat trick and overtime goal lift Sharks over Mammoth

Celebrini's hat trick and overtime goal lift Sharks over Mammoth

Josh Dubow, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 11:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Macklin Celebrini scores a power-play goal in overtime, leading the San Jose Sharks to a 3-2 victory over the Utah Mammoth.
Schaefer scores in OT to give Islanders 3-2 win over Mammoth for 4th straight victory

Schaefer scores in OT to give Islanders 3-2 win over Mammoth for 4th straight victory

Matthew Coles, Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 11:14 p.m.  |  Save Story

Matthew Schaefer scored on a slap shot 2:08 into overtime and the New York Islanders beat the Utah Mammoth 3-2 for their third straight extra-time victory.
Utah Mammoth embraces its prehistoric history with new museum 'quest' for fans

Utah Mammoth embraces its prehistoric history with new museum 'quest' for fans

Carter Williams, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 14 - 6:15 a.m.  |  Save Story

A new "quest" gives Utah Mammoth fans a better chance to learn the history about the state's newest mascot.
Peterka, Crouse score early in Mammoth's 4-goal 3rd period to beat Sabres 5-2

Peterka, Crouse score early in Mammoth's 4-goal 3rd period to beat Sabres 5-2

Associated Press  |  Posted Nov. 12 - 10:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

J.J. Peterka and Lawson Crouse scored early in Utah's four-goal third period, and the Mammoth rallied from two goals down to beat the Buffalo Sabres 5-2 on Wednesday night.
Nick Schmaltz is Utah Mammoth MVP 1 month into season

Nick Schmaltz is Utah Mammoth MVP 1 month into season

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 10 - 2:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

With a big enough sample size to move beyond the "still too early" naysayers, it is safe to say the story of the season so far for the Mammoth is 29-year-old forward Nick Schmaltz.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah's power-play drought presents glaring issue (or whatever)

SLC Puck podcast: Utah's power-play drought presents glaring issue (or whatever)

KSL Sports  |  Posted Nov. 9 - 10:44 p.m.  |  Save Story

SLC Puck host Austin Facer points to some glaring issues, including a two-week-long power play scoring drought, as a possible precursor for a major shakeup.
Watercooler Talk: The win streak era is officially over

Watercooler Talk: The win streak era is officially over

KSL Sports  |  Posted Nov. 9 - 10:41 p.m.  |  Save Story

In an "era" obsessed culture, I think we can officially say that the brief but blissful era of winning streaks in Utah has come to an end.
Utah Mammoth drop 3rd straight with 4-2 loss in Ottawa

Utah Mammoth drop 3rd straight with 4-2 loss in Ottawa

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 9 - 9:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The lack of offensive production has stood out especially as the losses pile up, with Utah being held to three or fewer goals in its last seven games.
Late collapse in Montreal dooms Utah Mammoth in 6-2 loss

Late collapse in Montreal dooms Utah Mammoth in 6-2 loss

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 8 - 9:06 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth scored first and held on to a 2-2 tie late in the second period, but a 3-0 final frame from the Montreal Canadiens sealed Saturday's 6-2 result for the home team at Bell Centre.
'I just play my game': Utah Mammoth rookie Dmitri Simashev blazing his own NHL trail

'I just play my game': Utah Mammoth rookie Dmitri Simashev blazing his own NHL trail

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 8 - 9:27 a.m.  |  Save Story

The 20-year-old Utah Mammoth rookie is doing everything he can to become his own man.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah's undersized scoring units exposed against Toronto

SLC Puck podcast: Utah's undersized scoring units exposed against Toronto

KSL Sports  |  Posted Nov. 5 - 9:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth have had some tough sledding as of late and SLC Puck host Austin Facer thinks a lot of the issues are matchup and size-related.
2nd period slumps, missed opportunities cost Utah Mammoth again in 5-3 loss in Toronto

2nd period slumps, missed opportunities cost Utah Mammoth again in 5-3 loss in Toronto

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 5 - 9:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Fighting Tuskys have now lost three of their last four games, most recently on Wednesday in a 5-3 result in favor of the home side Toronto Maple Leafs.
Clayton Keller game-winner in Buffalo moves Utah Mammoth to 3-0 in OT games

Clayton Keller game-winner in Buffalo moves Utah Mammoth to 3-0 in OT games

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 4 - 8:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Clayton Keller scored an overtime game-winner in a 2-1 victory on the road against the Buffalo Sabres on Tuesday, moving Utah to 9-4 on the season and 3-0 in overtime games.
SLC Puck podcast: Mammoth set to face former teammates Doan, Kesselring

SLC Puck podcast: Mammoth set to face former teammates Doan, Kesselring

KSL Sports  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 11:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

SLC Puck host Austin Facer observed Utah's top-six forward groups struggling with Tampa Bay's physical game plan, but was encouraged by the strong effort from the third and fourth lines.
Mammoth magic runs out in 4-2 Utah home loss to Tampa Bay Lightning

Mammoth magic runs out in 4-2 Utah home loss to Tampa Bay Lightning

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Nov. 2 - 4:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

What was once a seven-game win streak has officially turned into a two-game losing streak for the Utah Mammoth.
SLC Puck podcast: Mammoth make Cooley franchise cornerstone with massive extension

SLC Puck podcast: Mammoth make Cooley franchise cornerstone with massive extension

KSL Sports  |  Posted Oct. 29 - 9:34 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth made headlines by signing star center Logan Cooley to an eight-year, $80 million extension that will keep the budding superstar in Utah for close to the next decade.
Utah Mammoth sign forward Logan Cooley to 8-year, $80 million extension

Utah Mammoth sign forward Logan Cooley to 8-year, $80 million extension

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 29 - 1:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

The 21-year-old third overall pick in the 2022 NHL draft signed an eight-year, $80 million contract extension Wednesday with the Utah Mammoth to remain in the Beehive State through 2033.
Utah Mammoth win streak snapped in Edmonton with 6-3 loss

Utah Mammoth win streak snapped in Edmonton with 6-3 loss

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 28 - 11:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

All 32 teams were in action Tuesday for the NHL's "Frozen Frenzy" event, and the league's two longest win streaks did not survive the night.
Watercooler Talk: Who has the most impressive win streak in Utah?

Watercooler Talk: Who has the most impressive win streak in Utah?

KSL Sports  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 10:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Host Caleb Turner breaks down the current win streaks by the Utah Mammoth and BYU Cougars and asks the question: whose is more impressive?
SLC Puck podcast: After 7 straight wins, is Utah a Cup contender?

SLC Puck podcast: After 7 straight wins, is Utah a Cup contender?

KSL Sports  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 8:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

After a seventh consecutive win in Winnipeg, SLC Puck's Austin Facer assesses Utah's chances of extending the streak to 10 and whether a sustained elite start merits leveraging prospects for a Stanley Cup push.
Utah Mammoth extend division lead, 7-game win streak with 3-2 road win in Winnipeg

Utah Mammoth extend division lead, 7-game win streak with 3-2 road win in Winnipeg

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 26 - 8:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Mammoth went international for the first time this season on Sunday in Winnipeg and didn't skip a beat, extending their win streak to seven games.
Utah Mammoth ride 6-game win streak to top of NHL standings

Utah Mammoth ride 6-game win streak to top of NHL standings

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 25 - 7:59 p.m.  |  Save Story

No team in the National Hockey League has more points than the Utah Mammoth through the opening three weeks of the regular season.
Logan Cooley hat trick leads Utah Mammoth to 7-4 road win in St. Louis

Logan Cooley hat trick leads Utah Mammoth to 7-4 road win in St. Louis

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 23 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

The question of whether the Utah Mammoth's hot streak would continue on the road was answered Thursday in St. Louis.
Three More Stars: Power plays, win streaks and good vibes

Three More Stars: Power plays, win streaks and good vibes

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 12:29 p.m.  |  Save Story

There are signs of a Mammoth team basking in a home win streak and some of the best vibes the team has experienced in its brief existence.
Utah Mammoth take down division leader Colorado Avalanche in OT for 4-0 start at home

Utah Mammoth take down division leader Colorado Avalanche in OT for 4-0 start at home

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 22 - 12:24 a.m.  |  Save Story

The win gives Utah a 4-0 start at home this season after dropping three of their first five games at home in the inaugural season. So, what has changed in a year?
SLC Puck: 'Spicy Tuna,' Utah heating up ahead of critical early stretch

SLC Puck: 'Spicy Tuna,' Utah heating up ahead of critical early stretch

KSL Sports  |  Posted Oct. 19 - 11:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

SLC Puck host Austin Facer believes "Spicy Tuna" might be playing his best hockey yet as a member of the club.
Watercooler Talk: Rivalry game debrief with Jackson Payne of Deseret News

Watercooler Talk: Rivalry game debrief with Jackson Payne of Deseret News

KSL Sports  |  Posted Oct. 19 - 10:55 p.m.  |  Save Story

Another installment of the BYU-Utah rivalry game has come and gone.
Utah's No. 11 gets 11th game-winner in 3-2 Mammoth home win over Boston Bruins

Utah's No. 11 gets 11th game-winner in 3-2 Mammoth home win over Boston Bruins

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Posted Oct. 19 - 9:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dylan Guenther scored his second game-winner of the year and 11th in the No. 11 Utah jersey to give the Mammoth a 3-0 start at home with a 3-2 win over the Boston Bruins.
Nick Schmaltz earns 1st Utah Mammoth home hat trick in 6-3 win over San Jose

Nick Schmaltz earns 1st Utah Mammoth home hat trick in 6-3 win over San Jose

Caleb Turner, KSL  |  Updated Oct. 17 - 10:20 p.m.  |  Save Story

It was clear very early on in Friday's Utah Mammoth game against the San Jose Sharks that Nick Schmaltz was feeling it.