FREE AGENCY FRENZY: Utah Mammoth, Barrett Hayton Arbitration IMPACTS Center Market BUZZ

Utah Mammoth kick off NHL free agency with major questions swirling around Barrett Hayton’s arbitration status and their hunt for a game-changing center. With recent signings like Kailer Yamamoto and Nick DeSimone, plus a key extension for Sebastian Cossa, the front office’s chess moves hint at bigger ambitions yet to unfold. Is a blockbuster offer sheet or trade for a star like Jason Robertson or Trevor Zegras possible, or will Utah trust rising young talent to step up? Tom Callahan and Robyn Leaño break down the implications of team-elected arbitration for Hayton, Utah’s cap-clearing strategy, and the high stakes of navigating a weak free agent class. Can the Mammoth leverage their $17.5 million in cap space to outmaneuver rivals and land a premier center? Tune in for expert insights on potential targets, offer sheet drama, and the delicate balance of building a winning NHL roster in Salt Lake City. 00:00 — Free Agency & Barrett Hayton Arbitration 08:08 — Utah Mammoth Center Search 17:25 — Big Move or Youth Focus? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.