Utah Mammoth Push for Playoffs, Leading Western Conference

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The Utah mammoth are pushing hard for the playoffs this season. With a record of 35 wins,

27 losses, and 6 overtime losses, they hold the first wildcard spot in the Western conference.

They leave the Seattle Kraken by five points and face the Vegas Golden Knights tonight at 10 PM,

Eastern Time on Hulu, and ESPN+. Last year, the team missed the postseason by seven points

after relocating to Salt Lake City from Arizona. Players like Defenceman Ian Cole say they fixed

past mistakes by staying focused and mature through ups and downs. Forward Dilling-Gwynther ads,

they use the Olympic break like a mini-training camp to sharpen their power play and keep momentum.

Fans and players are buzzing with excitement about bringing playoff games to the Delta Center.

Young stars are stepping up big time. The 22-year-old Gwynther has 58 points,

including 33 goals. Jack McBain 26 is providing steady depth scoring while 21-year-old Logan

Cooley returns strong from an eight-week injury with 30 points in 40 games. The team bolster

their defense by trading for veteran Mackenzie Wigar from Calgary on March 4th.

Coach Andre Torini notes Wigar's familiarity with their system from the World Championship

helps him adjust quickly. His experience has been a steadying force on the blue line.

General Manager Armstrong says it's up to the players to clinch that spot, one game at a time.

The mammoth are determined to make their second season in Utah, count by playing the right way

every night. The race stays tight, but they're in a great position to make it happen.

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