Utah Mammoth

The Utah Mammoth represent the NHL's newest market, playing at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City where the franchise began its fresh start in the 2024-25 season after relocating from Arizona. The Mammoth have embraced Utah's outdoor culture and mountainous identity, with the woolly mammoth branding reflecting the state's prehistoric heritage and the toughness the team aims to embody. Salt Lake City's sports market has welcomed the Mammoth with enthusiasm, with the Delta Center—already home to the NBA's Jazz—providing an established venue and a fanbase experienced in supporting professional teams. The Mammoth's arrival marks a new chapter for a franchise that endured years of arena uncertainty in Arizona, with Utah's stability and growth potential offering hope for long-term success. The Mammoth are building their identity from scratch, creating traditions and connections that will define hockey in the Beehive State for generations.

The Utah Mammoth trace their lineage to the Winnipeg Jets, who relocated to Phoenix in 1996 and became the Coyotes, playing 28 seasons in Arizona before financial and arena challenges forced relocation. The Coyotes' history in Arizona included memorable moments: Jeremy Roenick's arrival, Shane Doan's 21-year captaincy, and the 2012 run to the Western Conference Finals that brought playoff excitement to the desert. Years of arena instability—from Glendale to Mullett Arena at Arizona State University—ultimately made the franchise's future in Arizona untenable, leading to the sale and relocation to Utah. The Mammoth name and identity represent a complete fresh start, with Utah Hockey Club and owner Ryan Smith committed to building a championship organization in one of America's fastest-growing markets. The franchise's move to Utah preserves the NHL's presence in the Mountain West while giving Salt Lake City its first major league sports franchise beyond the NBA.