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Utah Mammoth to Host Home Opener on October 1 Against Chicago Blackhawks

SALT LAKE CITY (July 15, 2026) – The Utah Mammoth announced today that their 2026-27 home opener will take place on Thursday, October 1 at 7 P.M., as they host the Chicago Blackhawks at the Delta Center.

This will mark the second time in three seasons that the Mammoth have hosted the Blackhawks in their home opener, as Utah previously recorded a 5-2 win over Chicago in the franchise’s inaugural game on Oct. 8, 2024. Utah is 2-0-0 all-time in home openers, also defeating the Calgary Flames to open the 2025-26 campaign at home.

The Mammoth’s full 2026-27 regular season schedule will be announced tomorrow at 11 A.M. MT.

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About the Utah Mammoth

Established in 2024, the Utah Mammoth are the newest franchise in the National Hockey League (NHL). Known as Utah Hockey Club for its inaugural season, the arrival of the Utah Mammoth ignited a new era for the state’s vibrant sports and entertainment landscape. The team competes in the NHL’s Western Conference and plays at the Delta Center, a world-class venue located in downtown Salt Lake City. For more information on the Utah Mammoth, an entity of Smith Entertainment Group, visit www.UtahMammoth.com.

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