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Utah Mammoth Gear Up for Season Opener vs. Avalanche

10/8/2025

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Mammoth Season Opener

The Utah Mammoth's season opener is Thursday against the Colorado Avalanche, featuring BCHL alumni.
Rookies Dmitri Simashev and Kailer Yamamoto join the 23-man roster, with Andrew Agozzino returning to the NHL after a strong AHL season.
Goaltender Karel Vejmelka is slated to start, despite inconsistent preseason play, as the Mammoth pursue a playoff berth versus a strong Avalanche.

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Agozzino Secures Roster

Agozzino earns a spot in the National Hockey League (NHL) roster, his first since 2022-23, after strong AHL play.
Daniil But and Tij Iginla are not on the roster. Daniil But is expected to return after adjustment.
Dmitri Simashev made the roster, prompting questions about defensive pairings.
Kerfoot’s injury could rotate Mammoth forwards, with Carcone, Agozzino, Yamamoto competing.

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Mammoth Season Opener

The Utah Mammoth's season opener is Thursday against the Colorado Avalanche, featuring BCHL alumni.
Rookies Dmitri Simashev and Kailer Yamamoto join the 23-man roster, with Andrew Agozzino returning to the NHL after a strong AHL season.
Goaltender Karel Vejmelka is slated to start, despite inconsistent preseason play, as the Mammoth pursue a playoff berth versus a strong Avalanche.

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