Utah Hockey Podcast

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.

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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.

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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?

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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? 

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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?

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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.
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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.

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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