The Utah Mammoth are set to face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning today in an afternoon matchup that promises to be thrilling. After suffering a loss in their last game, breaking a remarkable eight-game winning streak, the Mammoth are eager to rebound and maintain their strong season start.
The puck is scheduled to drop at 1:30 PM MT / 3:30 PM ET. Fans can tune in via The Spot, Utah16, NHL Network, Sportsnet, and TVA Sports to catch all the action.
Projected lineups for both teams reveal the Mammoth’s determination to secure a victory. In the forward lineup, stars Clayton Keller, Barrett Hayton, and Nick Schmaltz will be leading the offensive charge. Other forward lines include JJ Peterka, Logan Cooley, and Dylan Guenther, with Lawson Crouse rounding out the squad alongside Jack McBain and Michael Carcone. On defense, Mikhail Sergachev teams up with Dmitri Simashev, while the goalkeepers will be Karel Vejmelka and Vitek Vanecek. However, the Mammoth will be without Sean Durzi and Alex Kerfoot due to injuries.
The Lightning also come with a strong lineup, led by forwards Jake Guentzel, Brayden Point, and Nikita Kucherov. They also have key players on their defensive front, including Victor Hedman and J.J. Moser. Their goalkeeping will be handled by Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jonas Johansson, although they will be missing Max Crozier and Nick Paul due to injuries.
The Mammoth gained media attention earlier when Logan Cooley and Dylan Guenther appeared on College Game Day, showcasing their skills off the ice and further solidifying their status as rising stars in the league. Cooley also recently signed an impressive eight-year, $80 million contract extension, ensuring his tenure with the team and fueling hopes for continued success.
As they head into this crucial game, the Mammoth are looking to shake off their last defeat and capitalize on their home ice advantage. With a talented lineup and the momentum of an excellent start to the season, fans remain hopeful for a strong performance against the Lightning today.