Utah Hockey Podcast

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Utah Mammoth forward Barett Hayton to discuss his new contract and why he's excited to return to Salt Lake City. What's it like to be a restricted free agent in the NHL? What was Hayton's initial reaction to Utah matching the offer sheet? Was the process between Hayton and the Mammoth cordial? Why does Hayton want to be in Utah? How can Hayton embrace his role as a third line center? How can Trocheck and Lee lift Utah's ceiling? What did Hayton learn from the playoff series against Vegas? Is Hayton interested in signing another extension in Utah? What can Hayton do for the Utah Mammoth this season? Hayton describes his excitement for the Winter Classic Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports.  Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by New York Islanders beat reporter Stefen Rosner to discuss Utah's addition of former Islanders captain Anders Lee. Why was Anders Lee captain of the New York Islanders? Rosner shares his favorite moments of Lee in New York. Why did it make sense for Utah to sign Lee? Can Anders Lee help Utah score more dirty goals in front of the net? Where could Anders Lee fit into the Mammoth lineup? What can Utah Mammoth fans expect from Anders Lee? How can Lee help Utah from a leadership perspective? Rosner adds his perspective on what the Mammoth are building. Can Lee help Utah take the next step? Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports.  Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Jonny Lazarus of the Daily Faceoff to discuss the Vincent Trocheck trade and Utah's other moves during free agency. Who is Vincent Trocheck? What will Vincent Trocheck bring to the Mammoth roster? What kind of a player is Vincent Trocheck? What impact did Trocheck have for Team USA at the Olympics? Where does Trocheck fit in the lineup? Why did Utah trade Durzi and Beaudoin? Grading Utah's moves on day one of free agency. Could Anders Lee play on the second line? Should Utah match Barrett Hayton's offer sheet? Enter to win Post Malone 5-pack: https://sports.ksl.com/contests/win-a-post-malone-5-pack Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe review the Utah Mammoth's trades and picks from the 2026 NHL Draft + Mammoth prospect Gabe Smith joins the show to discuss Development camp and his goals for the upcoming season. What is it like to be an NHL prospect? Gabe reflects on his final season in Moncton. What are Gabe Smith's goals? Why did the Mammoth trade for Sebastian Cossa?  Why did the Mammoth move on from JJ Peterka so quickly? Who is Ethan Belchetz? Who is Adam Valentini? Which of Utah's recent first-round picks will make the NHL roster? Enter to win a 5-pack of tickets to Post Malone's concert at Rice Eccles Stadium. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports.  Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss Andre Tourigny and Blaine Forsythe's recent contract extensions + Wolfey & Bags share their individual draft boards for the Utah Mammoth's first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Why did the Mammoth extend Tourigny and Forsythe? Is Tourigny deserving of a multi-year extension? Why the Edmonton Oilers made a mistake hiring Mike Babcock. Reacting to Forsythe's extension despite a down year for the power play. The addition of Adam Foote. Who should the Utah Mammoth select with the 19th pick? Should Utah consider trading the pick? Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Steven Ellis of the Daily Faceoff to discuss who the Utah Mammoth could select with the 19th overall pick in 2026 NHL Draft + Which of Utah's prospects might be NHL ready. Should the Mammoth consider trading for Sebastian Cossa? Discussing Utah's goaltender pool. Which of Utah's prospects are NHL ready? Bill Armstrong's message to Daniil But & Dmitri Simashev. Ellis shares his takeaways from the NHL Draft Combine. Should Utah consider drafting a defenseman over a forward? Could Utah trade their first-round pick? Ellis shares which players make the most sense for Utah. Eliss predicts the top five picks in the 2026 NHL Draft. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports.  Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss why the Utah Mammoth should inquire about Dylan Larkin and what a fair-trade package would potentially look like. Predicting the outcome of the Stanley Cup Final. Discussing why Larkin may have requested the trade. Why the Red Wings have failed to properly rebuild. How Utah's rebuild has differed from Detroit's. Where could Larkin end up? Would Larkin make sense in Utah? Should Utah risk trading one of their top prospects for a proven center? What would a fair-trade package look like? Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss what made Utah's second season a success and a disappointment + Why JJ Peterka should be unsatisfied with his first season in Utah. Why Utah's season was a success & a disappointment. Who was the unsung hero for the Mammoth in the first round? Why JJ Peterka should be unsatisfied with his first season. What Utah needs from their blue line moving forward. MacKenzie Weegar takes accountability for his season. What to look forward to this summer. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Utah Zammoth Painter & Local Artist Matthew Arnold A.K.A. "Billy Luber" to discuss his journey of painting the Zammoth through a recent Stage 4 Cancer diagnosis. Brainstorming a Mammoth Zamboni with the Diesel Brothers. Drawing a rough sketch of the Zammoth. The Legend of "Billy Luber" Painting for the Diesel Brothers. The process of painting the Zammoth. Making the most of life despite a Stage 4 Cancer diagnosis. Matt Arnold's message to the world. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss what has made Logan Cooley and Dylan Guenther so successful in round one against the Vegas Golden Knights + What Utah needs to do to win Game 3. How did Utah manage Vegas' physicality better in Game 2? How Utah needs to utilize their speed to create offense. What makes Logan Cooley a special player? What makes Dylan Guenther a special player? Keys to a Mammoth victory in Game 3. Can Delta Center be a better playoff barn than T-Mobile? The I-15 Rivalry is already elite.  Enter to win 2 lower bowl tickets to Mammoth vs. Knights on April 27: https://sports.ksl.com/contests/podcast-playoff-pair-of-tickets-to-mondays-game Key phrase: Stanley Cup Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Golden Knights Insider Ken Boehlke to reflect on Game 1 of the Stanely Cup Playoffs. How did Game 1 play out? Logan Cooley was the best player on the ice in Game 1. Should Utah be happy with their performance in Game 1? Keys for Game 2. What's going on with MacKenzie Weegar? Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe answer mailbag questions and set expectations for the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Wolfe benefits from an ice cream prank at Delta Center Why does Utah struggle with consistency at times? Which young prospects could make the roster next season? What do the Mammoth do with all the hats after a hat-trick? Oilers vs Avalanche. Addressing Utah's forecheck. Setting expectations for the first round of the playoffs. Enter to win 4 lower bowl tickets to Mammoth vs. Blues on April 16: https://sports.ksl.com/contests/mammoth-4-pack-nhl-utah-podcast-keyword-contest Key phrase: Keller

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss which teams would be a better matchup for the Utah Mammoth in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.  Why has Utah struggled in the first period as of late? Could Utah call up any of their prospects for the playoffs? Who is the worst mascot in all of sports? What does Utah need to do over their last 6 games to secure WC1? Why drawing Edmonton would be worst case scenario for the Mammoth. Shootouts vs 3 on 3.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss Utah’s acquisition of MacKenzie Weegar & what Utah needs to do to make the playoffs. - How Utah approached the deadline. - Why Utah didn’t acquire Robert Thomas. - Analyzing the MacKenzie Weegar deal. - Retool vs Rebuild - What will it take for Utah to make the playoffs? - Possible playoff matchups for the Mammoth. - Kerfoot gets a Gordie Howe Hatty. - Guenther scores 30 goals.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Utah Mammoth Defenseman Nate Schmidt to reflect on Team USA's gold medals in men's and women's ice hockey. Schmidt's instant reaction to USA winning gold. How winning gold will impact youth hockey in the United States. What did Johnny Gaudreau mean to USA Hockey? Schmidt explains the brotherhood of USA Hockey. Aside from hockey, what Olympic sport would Schmidt compete in? What will it take for the Mammoth to make the playoffs? What will it be like to have Logan Cooley healthy?  Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe reflect on USA Hockey's performance in Milan and what it will take for both teams to win gold. USA Women's Hockey make Olympic history. Why 'The Boys of 80' is a must watch. 'Always the bridesmaid, never the bride, eh Leon?' Auston Matthews needs to play his best hockey for the U.S. to win gold. Why Clayton Keller should remain in the lineup for Team USA.  Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X and Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss their thoughts on Auston Matthews being named captain of Team USA & what to expect from Clayton Keller at the Olympics. Reviewing the success of the NHL's Four Nations tournament. What will Clayton Keller's role be in Milan? Why the U.S. made a mistake adding JT Miller to the roster. Why was Auston Matthews named captain? What to expect from the Mammoth when the NHL resumes. Follow Cole Bagley on X & Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on X & Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss how Evander Kane got away with tripping Utah Mammoth forward Barrett Hayton + why the game against the Detroit Red Wings is so important. Why does Wolfey dislike Sidney Crosby so much? How the Utah Mammoth have matured this season. How a simplified approach helped Utah's power play. A lesson in agitating your opponents from Evander Kane Why Utah needs to finish strong against the Detroit Red Wings. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss the Utah Mammoth player's response to the whistling at Delta Center + Dylan Guenther & Jack McBain spark explosive night against Maple Leafs. What's with the whistling at Delta Center? Clayton Keller & Lawson Crouse address whistling. Line changes spark explosive performance against Toronto. What should the 2027 Winter Classic jersey look like? Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports.   Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss Clayton Keller making USA Hockey's Olympic roster + addressing the Utah Mammoth's performance at the midway point of the season. Clayton Keller named to Team USA. What role could Clayton Keller play for USA Hockey in Milan? Where do the Mammoth stand at the midway point of the season? Utah is in a good spot to push for the playoffs down the stretch.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe are joined by Utah Mammoth Play-by-Play Announcer Matt McConnell to reflect on his career + Insight on Clayton Keller’s Strength Amidst Loss of Father. Early beginnings for the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim. Lessons from the late and great Mike Lange. Calling Wayne Gretzky's final NHL game. How does Utah compare to the rest of the NHL? Clayton Keller's strength amidst the loss of his father.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss how the Utah Mammoth found their game in Anaheim + What Daniil But's nickname should be after NHL debut. What made the difference for Utah against Anaheim? What makes Liam O'Brien an impactful player. How did Daniil But perform in his NHL debut? What is wrong with Utah's power play. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Hockey Podcast Co-Hosts Cole Bagley & Michael Wolfe discuss what's going wrong for the Utah Mammoth + potential trade targets if the Nashville Predators decide to have a yard sale. Why the Utah Mammoth should consider switching back their forward lines. Could Ryan O'Reilly be a possible trade target if Nashville sells? Spicy Tuna's new clothing brand. Why Daniil But hasn't been called up to the NHL yet. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Mammoth President Chris Armstrong stops by the Utah Hockey Podcast to discuss recent fan experience improvements and the progress of an outdoor NHL game in Utah. - Why Logan Cooley signed an eight-year extension- The creation of Tusky the Mammoth- Utah's unique goal horn- Outdoor game update Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports.  Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

The Utah Hockey Podcast reflects on the Utah Mammoth's loss in Edmonton as a 7-game win streak comes to an end. The Hat Trick 🏒🏒🏒  🏒 The Utah Mammoth's "kid" line may be one of the best trios in the whole league. 🏒 If any team is going to break your winning streak, it’s going to be the Edmonton Oilers 🏒 Following the end of a seven-game win streak, the Utah Mammoth will need to get back on track against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

The Utah Hockey Podcast reflects on new Utah Mammoth mascot Tusky and reacts to the first two weeks of the NHL season. Cole Bagley shares thoughts on road trip performances against the Colorado Avalanche, Nashville Predators, and Chicago Blackhawks.  Reflections on Utah Mammoth branding and mascot. How Dmitri Simashev is exceeding expectations. Why Logan Cooley needs to start producing more ahead of a contract extension. Stick taps (likes) and slashes (dislikes) through the first six games. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

Utah Mammoth General Manager Bill Armstrong stops by the Utah Hockey Podcast as the Mammoth are kicking off year two in Utah. - How the opening night roster came into being - The growth of hockey culture in Utah as Bill has seen it - Bill and Mikhail Sergachev try to buy the same house Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah. Follow Kelly on Instagram @SaltCityFun.

On this week's episode, Cole Bagley and Michael Wolfe advise Utah Mammoth fans not to panic after a few preseason blowouts. The guys discuss which prospects, if any, have the best chance of making the roster. They also discuss the team's goals when it comes to veteran depth. They wrap things up by giving an update on the current injuries within the team. Follow Cole Bagley on X and Instagram @bagleykslsports. Follow Michael on Instagram @NHLUtah.

Today, we were joined by Stanley Cup-winning goalie Vitek Vaněček, who sat atop the hockey world at the end of last year with the Florida Panthers. He is bringing his winning experience to a Utah team with growing expectations and hopes to help them get over the hump! -Czech Out These Two Goalies-Stanley Cup Written In Ink-New Dad Club-May The Best Goalie Play

Today, we had the honor of welcoming Shaeffer Gordon-Carroll in studio just days removed from winning gold at the Hilinka-Gretzky Cup, his third gold medal with Team USA. He talked about his hockey upbringing and the excitement he's had watching hockey grow in his home state. -Staying Golden in Red, White, and Blue -Midway to Med Hat -Home and Humble -Just Getting Started…

Today, we were joined by Ryan Beckmann, creator of the Ultimate Goalie Showdown, who shared the heartwarming story behind the inception of the event and got us hyped to participate on Friday in Ogden!   -UGS is coming to Ogden on Friday, August 29th! -The Origins in Arizona -Shenanigans For A Cause -The Pod Squad are Enemies Now

Today on the podcast, we were once again joined by Utah Mammoth Forward Liam O'Brien and Dr. Alicia Naser, who helps Liam navigate the mental hurdles of being a professional athlete. -Eliminating the Stigma -Spicy Tuna Shows a Mild Side -Dr. Naser’s Brain Background -“NHL Players are People First” -Bags’ New Twig

Today, we were lucky enough to be joined in studio by two-time PWHL Champion, Mellissa Channell-Watkins. She talked about the growth of women's hockey as well as hockey in Utah. She also showed off her two PWHL Championship rings. -Clinic with Knight and Kerfy -MINNE to VAN -Chirps That Hit Deep -Mellissa’s Cage Match -If You Like It Then You Should Put TWO Rings On It

Today, we were joined by Utah Mammoth PA Announcer Dave Joseph, who shared story after story from his Stanley Cup tenure with the LA Kings and how he wound up in Salt Lake City. -UP Beginnings -The KING of All Predictions -Guenther’s First Snipe -SAY MY NAME SAY MY NAAAME

Today, we were joined by Jonny Lazarus of the Daily Faceoff. He shared his thoughts on Utah's inaugural season and said he might just have to make a visit when the Rangers are in town. The group also discussed how Utah's top six forwards compare to the rest of the league, then Cole, Mike, and Kelly make some line predictions. -Jonny’s GOAT goal -Lazarus on Last Season -Wouldn’t Trade Our Top 6 For Anything -Classic Utah Tour Stops -Line Up Predictions from the Squad

Today on the podcast, Utah Mammoth Insider Cole Bagley recaps Development Camp, where we got our first look at some of the newest members of the team. We also discussed the free agent signings of Nate Schmidt and Brandon Tanev, as well as the extension of Jack McBain. Also, if Dylan Guenther needs a ride, we're here for him! -Standouts Start to Stand Out -Free Agent Free-For-All -Utah Boys: Schmidt and Tanev -Dylan Guenther Carpool Pitches -WHO DO YOU SCRATCH

“FARM STRONG” NHL Prospect Talks Meeting With Utah Mammoth + Shares Message WITH Fans-Combine Breakdown-Take Me To Dinner First-The Enemy of My Enemy-Planting Seeds of Interest-#FARMSTRONG

-Nice to (re)meet you!-APPARENTLY WE’RE NOT FRIENDS-Intros and NCMOs-Count how many times we say icon

Per Bags (From Now On!)The Golden BoysCaptain AmericaSergy’s New BFFsWalter Back in UtahMay the Fourth (pick) Be With Us

-THIS ALWAYS HAPPENS!-TUSKS UP for the MAMMOTH-Wednesday’s Festivities-Swiss Cheese Hockey-The Craft of the Draft-The MoTab Lofts

-Have y’all HERD?-ich liebe hockey so sehr-Bags is on fire (like Charizard)-Tusks Up?-May the 4th be with us

A Rink in Every Ward-We’re ON the ‘OFFS-What’s up with Worlds?-The Sheriff’s in Town-IDGAF NBA-BUILD A RINK IN EVERY WARD

Recorded on March 11th, 2025 just before the Utes trip to the National Championships, the team interviews Utah's Nick Fornelius, the ACHA Men's Division 2 Coach of the Year. That news was made official while we were recording live!Topics:-Utes pre-Nattys-An Honor Just to the Nominated-Spilling the Strategies-COACH OF THE YEAR

-Reflecting on 365 days-Do you remember? the 19th night of April?-tbh Kelly has a TBI-Maybe the real treasure was the friends we made along the way

The Bubble BoyOvi-Won Kenobi’s record breakB-B-B-Bubble Boy and the JetsNose breaks and line breaksA Predators SandwichHope floats (and sinks)

-Bags is here-Cools on Fire-The Next Gen is full send-Papa Bags Brags-Keep your Tenta-cool-Wolfey will be back

-Alpuckas Semi-Final Recap (that no one asked for)-Oilers, Smoilerssss-The race for the ‘Offs is ON-Stenny the Stud-The Power is In Your Hands

On this epidose of the Utah Hockey Podcast, we chopped it up with the Utah Sportscaster of the year, Andrea Urban! Here's a little of what we cover:-Motoring into a broadcast mogul-Sports and reports-UHC from a VIP-BTS with the boys-How does Clayton Keller like his water?-DETROIT ZAM RIDER LEGEND

-Rats and Rantanen (sp?)-In Bill We Trust-Is it Weber or Weeber?-VEGGIE, VEGGIE, VEGGIE!-What's the Maatta?-We wish Leafs fell in Spring-Love you, Ingy-PLAYERS ARE PEOPLE TOO

-Goalie Origin Stories-NATTY BOUND-Minnesota vs Utah for State of Hockey-Bring ‘Em Out, Bring ‘Em Out-donate.utahhockey.com!