As the NHL season heats up, the upcoming week promises thrilling matchups for the Utah Mammoth. From October 20 to 26, sports fans can look forward to several pivotal games across different venues.
Upcoming Week Highlights: October 20-26
Utah vs. Colorado—October 21
This matchup takes place at 8:00 p.m. MT. Fans can catch the action on ESPN or listen via the Utah Mammoth App and KSL Sports Zone (97.5 FM/1280 AM).
- Current Record: Colorado Avalanche 5-0-1
- Top Scorers: Nathan MacKinnon (6 goals, 4 assists) and Martin Necas (4 goals, 6 assists)
- Goaltender: Scott Wedgewood with a 5-0-1 record and a save percentage of .938
Following this game, the Avalanche will host the Carolina Hurricanes on October 23.
Utah at St. Louis—October 23
Scheduled for 6:00 p.m. MT, this is the first of four meetings this season. Coverage is available through the Utah Mammoth App and KSL Sports Zone.
- Current Record: St. Louis Blues 3-2-0
- Recent Performance: Victory over the Dallas Stars (3-1)
- Key Players: Brayden Schenn (56.5% faceoff win rate)
The Blues will continue with a two-game road trip after facing the Mammoth.
Utah at Minnesota—October 25
This game begins at 4:00 p.m. MT and marks the first of three encounters this season.
- Current Record: Minnesota Wild 2-3-1
- Notable Players: Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov, both with nine points this season
- Power Play Efficiency: 38.5%, ranking first in the NHL
The Wild are seeking to end a three-game losing streak as they prepare for this home contest.
Utah at Winnipeg—October 26
Set for 4:00 p.m. MT, this is the only matchup in Winnipeg this season.
- Current Record: Winnipeg Jets 4-1-0
- Offensive Stats: Averaging 4.20 goals per game
- Key Contributors: Mark Scheifele (6 goals, 9 points)
Winnipeg is entering this week after winning four consecutive games, making this an exciting confrontation for the Mammoth.
Injury Reports
As teams gear up for the week, several players are sidelined due to injuries:
- Colorado: Mackenzie Blackwood (lower body), Logan O’Connor (hip, IR)
- St. Louis: Oskar Sundqvist (lower body, IR)
- Minnesota: Marco Rossi (undisclosed)
- Winnipeg: Adam Lowry (hip, IR)
This week is pivotal for the Utah Mammoth as they navigate through these challenging matchups. Fans can expect electrifying hockey as teams vie for crucial points early in the season. Stay tuned for all updates through El-Balad.
