
Mammoth Match Offer for Hayton as NHL Teams Navigate Complex Roster Moves
The Utah Mammoth’s decision to match the offer sheet for forward Barrett Hayton highlights a strategic gamble, while other NHL clubs weigh similar calculations.
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The Utah Mammoth’s decision to match the offer sheet for forward Barrett Hayton highlights a strategic gamble, while other NHL clubs weigh similar calculations.

Utah Mammoth’s general manager Bill Armstrong confirmed the one‑year re‑signing of center Barrett Hayton after matching New Jersey’s offer sheet, emphasizing the player’s intangible contributions and the squad’s deep center corps.

The Utah Mammoth matched New Jersey’s offer sheet on Barrett Hayton, locking the 26‑year‑old center into a $4.775 million contract for the upcoming season. General manager Bill Armstrong highlighted Hayton’s pivotal role, while the team’s leadership looks ahead to championship aspirations.

The Utah Mammoth have matched New Jersey's offer sheet to center Barrett Hayton, locking him into a $4.775 million deal for the upcoming season while retaining options for future extensions.

After a 23‑point campaign and a five‑point playoff run, forward Kailer Yamamoto has agreed to a two‑year contract extension with the Utah Mammoth, a move praised by management and teammates alike.

After matching New Jersey’s offer, forward Barrett Hayton signs a $4.775 million, one‑year contract with the Utah Mammoth, cementing a key piece of the team’s roster and highlighting his breakout 2024‑25 campaign.

Utah Mammoth announced the signing of defenseman Andrew Peeke to a one‑year contract worth $1 million, adding a proven two‑way player to its roster ahead of the upcoming season.

The Utah Mammoth have bolstered their lineup with seasoned forwards Anders Lee and Vincent Trocheck, while retaining key penalty‑kill specialist Kevin Stenlund. Leadership emphasizes the growing allure of playing in Salt Lake and the broader ambition of bringing a Stanley Cup to Utah.

The Mammoth added veteran forward Vincent Trocheck, secured Anders Lee and re‑signed Kevin Stenlund, while also bringing in young defenseman Zac Jones and moving out Sean Durzi and Cole Beaudoin.

Goalkeeper Jake Cossa has signed a two-year, $4 million contract with the Utah Mammoth, bringing a proven AHL record and NHL debut experience to a young team eyeing its second playoff run.

A flurry of draft‑day deals saw contending clubs swap picks and prospects, clearing cap space and adding talent as the new season looms.

In exchange for the 23rd overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft, the Utah Mammoth acquired goaltender Sebastian Cossa from the Detroit Red Wings, a move that brings a proven AHL record and international experience to the team.

The Utah Mammoth swapped picks #19 and #83 to the Los Angeles Kings to secure the 17th overall selection, choosing winger Ethan Belchetz, a 6‑foot‑5 forward projected as a top‑10 talent. The Kings used the moved‑up pick to draft Swedish forward Elton Hermansson, who topped the World U18 Championship in scoring.

The Utah Mammoth announced a blockbuster move on Wednesday, sending forward JJ Peterka to the Boston Bruins in exchange for a package that includes the 23rd overall selection in the 2026 NHL Draft and a conditional first‑round pick that could shift depending on Florida’s 2028 lottery position.

The Utah Mammoth are set to draft at No. 19 in the NHL draft, marking a change from their previous high picks. General Manager Bill Armstrong will make the selection.

The Utah Mammoth will draft at No. 19 in the upcoming NHL draft, a departure from their recent history of top‑tier picks. General Manager Bill Armstrong will make the final decision.

Ryan Mougenel is leaving the Providence Bruins to join the Vancouver Canucks' coaching staff after a tenure marked by strong regular‑season records, two division titles and a coach of the year award, but also by limited NHL promotions and early playoff exits.

The Utah Mammoth announced contract extensions for coach André Tourigny and assistant Blaine Forsythe, and hired former Vancouver Canucks coach Adam Foote, signaling a strategic push toward deeper playoff runs.

The Utah Mammoth have announced new long‑term agreements with head coach André Tourigny and assistants Blaine Forsythe and Adam Foote, a move that follows a breakthrough playoff run and promises to deepen the team’s strategic depth.

The Utah Mammoth will host a five‑day development camp in Salt Lake City, showcasing top prospects including Tij Iginla and Cole Beaudoin, with media availability and a public scrimmage on July 2.

The Utah Mammoth's unexpected playoff berth sets the stage for a high‑stakes offseason as management balances cap space, contract negotiations and potential trades to build a championship‑ready roster.

Utah Mammoth have secured the rights of 19‑year‑old defenseman Gregor Biber on a three‑year, entry‑level contract, bringing a promising European pedigree into the organization.

Two Utah Mammoth standouts, forward Tij Iginla and defenseman Tomas Lavoie, are set to compete in the Memorial Cup, hoping to translate their early professional promise into championship success.