Mammoth Momentum: Utah’s Next Step Towards Truly Competing in the NHL

The Utah Mammoth shocked the hockey world in year one—competitive on the ice, electric in the stands, and quickly turning Salt Lake City into one of the NHL’s loudest new markets. But now comes the harder part: proving it wasn’t just a honeymoon. In this episode of Beehive Sports Report, Zach Quinn breaks down the Mammoth’s next step as they prepare for the 2025–26 season, from offseason roster moves to arena updates to the team’s push for playoff contention.We’ll revisit the lessons of year one, spotlight the draft and free-agent additions that deepen the roster, and hear directly from players, coaches, and management about expectations for year two. From Logan Cooley’s rise to Bill Armstrong’s aggressive front office moves, to the long-term vision of a new NHL arena in Utah, this episode asks the big question: are the Mammoth ready to go from a fun first-year story to a true contender?Follow us on socials @LifeInTheStands (X, TikTok, Instagram) for behind-the-scenes content, live postgame reactions, and fan interviews all season long. And if you’re enjoying the show, please leave us a rating and review—it’s the best way to help more Utah fans find Beehive Sports Report.