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Utah Mammoth Extends Winning Streak to Five with 5-2 Victory

1/25/2026

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Summary

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Utah Mammoth defeated the Nashville Predators 5-2 on January 24, extending their winning streak to five.
Clayton Keller, Michael Carcone, Barrett Hayton, Kailer Yamamoto, and JJ Peterka scored for the Mammoth.
Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault scored for Nashville as Karel Vejmelka made 27 saves.
The win gave Utah a ninth straight point and strengthened its playoff case.
The Mammoth will face the Tampa Bay Lightning on January 26.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded from six to twelve teams in 1967, adding franchises like the Los Angeles Kings and Philadelphia Flyers. This expansion, driven by competition from the World Hockey Association, aimed to enhance regional representation and fan engagement. The legacy of this pivotal change continues today, as seen in the Utah Mammoth's recent success, reflecting the league's ongoing evolution and market growth.

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Story summary

Utah Mammoth defeated the Nashville Predators 5-2 on January 24, extending their winning streak to five.
Clayton Keller, Michael Carcone, Barrett Hayton, Kailer Yamamoto, and JJ Peterka scored for the Mammoth.
Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault scored for Nashville as Karel Vejmelka made 27 saves.
The win gave Utah a ninth straight point and strengthened its playoff case.
The Mammoth will face the Tampa Bay Lightning on January 26.

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