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Utah is making moves! Jack McBain and Michael Carcone are back, but what does that mean for the young guns trying to break into the lineup? We break down the signings and what they signal for the season ahead.

Speaking of the season, the schedule is out! We highlight the matchups you won’t want to miss and what they could mean for Utah’s early momentum.

Then, we’re joined by Chris Smith from Icethetics. We talk je...

Evan Brown is back! The Weber State alum returns to break down the 2025 NHL Draft, the biggest free agency moves, and what it all means for Utah and the rest of the league.

Then it’s time to get bold. Evan, Tanner, and Spencer throw out some way-too-early predictions for next season. Who’s gonna pop off? Who’s gonna fall off? And what does Utah need to do to make a playoff run in Year 2?

Let the speculation begin.

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Forgive the pun, but it truly was a Mammoth week for Utah! Utah sends Kesselring and Doan to Buffalo in exchange for rising star JJ Peterka. How will he boost Utah’s talent pool, and are we already cooking up a nickname for his potential line?

The NHL Draft also brought major buzz. Utah kept their fourth pick and selected Caleb Desnoyers, a center with massive potential. He might not hit the roster right away, but trust us...

The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions! Is Florida officially the new hockey hotspot, or did Edmonton just let this one slip away? Tanner and Spencer break down what went right for the Panthers, what went wrong for the Oilers, and what this means for the NHL’s power balance.

The season’s over, but the Mammoth rumor mill is just heating up. With a thin free agency class, could Utah make a bold move to snag top talent? And wil...

Florida’s flexing. After a dominant Game 5, they’re one win away from lifting the Cup. But don’t count Edmonton out just yet. Can they rally and force a Game 7?

Olympic rosters are starting to take shape, with the first six names for each country locked in. No Mammoth players yet... but could that change before February?

With the draft right around the corner, smoke is everywhere. Is Bill Armstrong bluffing the le...

The NHL Combine is in the books, and rumors are buzzing louder than a swarm in the Beehive State. Could another big name be heading to Utah? Bill Armstrong says he wants a top-six forward, but will he make a move to land one?

Meanwhile, the Stanley Cup Final is getting chippy. Florida’s up 2-1, and Edmonton’s looking for answers. What’s holding the Oilers back, and can they still flip the script?

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The Russians are coming! Daniil But and Dmitri Simashev are officially signed, sealed, and heading to Utah. Tanner and Spencer break down what this means for the Mammoth’s blue line and scoring depth. Will they crack the roster out of camp? And how does Desimone’s extension shake up the plans? Bill Armstrong had thoughts, and we’ve got the receipts.

Oh, and in case you forgot... the Stanley Cup Final starts tonight.
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Boo-Yah! Team USA strikes GOLD for the first time in 92 years at the World Championship, and Captain Clayton Keller leads the charge. Tanner and Spencer break down the young American core, the Mammoth players who showed up on the global stage, and what this means heading into next season. The stars are shining, and they’re wearing red, white, and blue.

Meanwhile, back on NHL ice, it’s Conference Finals crunch time. Both series are s...

Another year, another disappointment in Toronto. The Core Four collapse in Game 7, and Tanner and Spencer ask the question, "Was anyone really surprised?" With big-name free agents possibly on the move, could the Mammoth be in the mix to bring star power to Utah?

The NHL playoffs roll into the Conference Finals, with the Stars vs. Oilers and the Panthers vs. Hurricanes. Is a rematch of last year in the cards? The boys make...

The wait is over! Utah’s NHL team is officially the Mammoth, and we’ve got thoughts. Tanner and Spencer break down the new name, logos, jerseys, and everything in between. What’s working? What’s weird? What coulda been?

And Utah wasn’t done making noise, they landed the 4th overall pick in the NHL Draft Lottery! We talk about what that means, who might be on the board, and how this pick could shape the Mammoth's first few seaso...

Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is in the books, and the chaos did not disappoint. Two Western Conference matchups went the full seven games, and we're breaking down the wild finishes, standout performances, and who we think is making it out of the next round alive.

Utah may be in offseason mode, but that doesn’t mean we’re done repping on the world stage. Seven Utah Hockey Club players are headed to the IIHF World Champion...

Utah’s season may be in the books, but the work is just getting started! Tanner and Spencer break down the big takeaways from Bill Armstrong and Coach Bear’s exit interviews, including hints at big plans to toughen up the roster, elevate the team culture, and bring in new blood (👀 looking at you, Daniil But and Dmitry Simachev).

Meanwhile, Utah will still be reppin' on the international stage! We knew Clayton Keller ...

Weber State Hockey alum Evan Brown returns to the pod! He’s breaking down the NHL playoff picture, sharing his personal picks, and giving us his thoughts on Utah Hockey Club’s inaugural season; what worked, what didn’t, and what needs to change.

Then, it’s role reversal time as Evan flips the script and quizzes Tanner and Spencer after a year of learning the game. Are they ready for the big leagues, or headed back to devel...

The playoff dream might be done, but Utah’s not letting up. Tanner and Spencer recap a strong 2-0-1 week from the Utah Hockey Club, including their final home game of the season, where the Delta Center showed major love to the fans with a full-on appreciation event. With two games left, Utah's proving they’re still playing with purpose. Plus, we check in on the teams still grinding for a postseason spot.

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🚨 It's a monumental moment in NHL history as Alexander Ovechkin, otherwise known as The Great 8, surpasses The Great One Wayne Gretzky's all-time goal record; an achievement made even more poetic by falling on the anniversary of the Capitals winning the draft lottery that brought Ovi to D.C. We're unpacking why this record is particularly special and might stand the test of time, right at the start of our episode.

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This week on the ice, Tanner and Spencer are breakin' down a roller coaster ride with the Utah Hockey Club. It’s a tough week with some hard losses that'll make you wanna hide your eyes, but hold up, there's a silver lining as Utah pulls off a clutch win against Chicago on Sunday afternoon. But that's not all, folks! Are the roster changes a buzzer-beater move for the playoffs, or just a savvy play to groom the ...

This week, Tanner and Spencer are your playmakers breaking down Utah's roller-coaster week, talking big wins, tough losses, and those nail-biting comebacks. Hang tight as they also scoot through the hottest slices of NHL and Utah ice news. We're talking a future Stadium Series game in Utah, where's the puck gonna drop? Plus, a new name in the game, "The Mammoth," is it out for our Outlaw hopes"? And yo...

What's up, hockey heads! Strap yourselves in because Tanner and Spencer are here to bring you the lowdown with style. We're talking Utah grinding it out on the ice, eyeing that elusive wildcard spot. Are they cool under pressure? You bet they are!

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• Tanner's Discovery: Boom shaka laka! Tanner’s schooling us on the Michigan goal – it's not just slick, it’s ice-cold artistry. How did this high-fly...

It's been an exciting week of hockey. We've got the game recaps of Utah vs Detroit and their showdown in Chicago. We're tracking the Wildcard race closely as the playoffs approach, discussing who’s in and who’s out. Plus, we cover the latest extensions for Utah's Veggie, Maata, Cole, and Kerfoot, and what it means for Utah's future. With the trade deadline around the corner, we also break down the biggest m...