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Been a Utah professional sports fan for almost 20 years now. Studied at Snow College and became the Play-by-Play and Color Commentator for their men's and women's basketball. Just graduated from Utah Valley University in PR and Strategic Communication. Started with The Lead in October 2025 and since earned contributor of the month.

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Apr 14, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) plays the puck against the Winnipeg Jets during the first period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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How Will the Utah Mammoth Replace JJ Peterka?

On June 25, 2025, the Utah Mammoth swung for the fences by acquiring JJ Peterka from the Buffalo Sabres. To get the young...

July 8, 2026
Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Ethan Belchetz reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the seventeenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Utah Mammoth at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images
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The Mammoth’s Reliance on Youth Continues After the NHL Draft

For the NHL, the offseason marks a time of rebuilding and revamping rosters. One trade or signing can forever change a franchise. For...

July 1, 2026
Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson after he was selected by the Utah Jazz at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Can Darryn Peterson Lead the Utah Jazz to the Playoffs Next Season?

“With the second pick in the 2026 NBA draft the Utah Jazz select, Darryn Peterson from the University of Kansas,” exclaimed NBA commissioner...

June 30, 2026
Oct 29, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (3) and center Walker Kessler (24) react to a play against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Is Walker Kessler’s Time with the Utah Jazz Over?

A recent report from Sam Amick of The Athletic states that Walker Kessler “is strongly considering the prospect of a basketball future outside...

June 18, 2026
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The Golden Knights’ Run Shows How Close the Mammoth are to Contention

Over the past few weeks, all eyes in the NHL have been fixed on the Stanley Cup Finals. Two titans in the Vegas...

June 17, 2026
Feb 1, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) and head coach Will Hardy talk during a stop in play in the second half against the Orlando Magic at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images
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Utah Jazz 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The 2025-2026 season felt both predictable and fresh for the Utah Jazz. Bet Decider calculated the Jazz to finish with 22 wins on...

June 5, 2026
Mar 22, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) controls the ball against St. John's Red Storm guard Oziyah Sellers (4) in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Is Darryn Peterson Injury Prone or Misunderstood?

Darryn Peterson’s college career showcased the guard’s elite talent… and created controversy. With so much at stake heading into the 2026 NBA Draft,...

June 5, 2026
Apr 19, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights center Brett Howden (21) grabs the jersey of Utah Mammoth right wing JJ Peterka (77) during the first period of game one of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Is It Too Early to Declare the JJ Peterka Trade a Bust for the Mammoth?

The second season for the Utah Mammoth was full of highs and lows. In their second season ever, they made the postseason for...

May 25, 2026
May 10, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington Wizards former player John Wall, Utah Jazz former player Keynote George, Memphis Grizzlies former player Tayshaun Prince and Chicago Bulls former player Toni Kukoc pose for a photo during the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery at Navy Pier. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Jazz Writer Chandler Holt Gives Perspective on Utah’s Historic Lottery

After years of hardship and suffering, the Utah Jazz finally struck gold in the NBA Lottery. The date May 10, 2026, the date...

May 18, 2026
May 1, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Vegas Golden Knights and Utah Mammoth shake hands after game six of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Physicality and Experience Drove the Utah Mammoth to Extinction

Game 6 did not go according to plan for the Utah Mammoth. After a heartbreaking Game 5, the young squad felt confident they...

May 12, 2026
Apr 27, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth right wing Clayton Keller (9) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period in game four of the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Mammoth Need Top Line to Step Up in Order to Beat Golden Knights

Before the Stanley Cup Playoffs started, many talking pundits and fans alike counted out the Utah Mammoth to even win a playoff series. Their...

April 29, 2026
Dec 15, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg (32) holds the ball as Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) defends at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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A Coin Flip Controlled the Jazz’s Lottery Destiny

Does a coin toss determine whether the Utah Jazz keep their pick this season? The answer is somewhat complicated. Although people call it...

April 28, 2026
Nov 13, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) and guard Ace Bailey (19) react to a play against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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The Utah Jazz’s Rebuild is Finally Over

This season, the Utah Jazz closed the door on one of the most grueling chapters in the team’s history. Since the 2022-23 season,...

April 21, 2026
Apr 7, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Mammoth defenseman Sean Durzi (50) and goaltender Karel Vejmelka (70) celebrate and overtime win over the against the Edmonton Oilers at Delta Center.
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The Mammoth Wouldn’t Be in the Playoffs Without Karel Vejmelka

In his youth, Karel Vejmelka begged his father to help him become a hockey goaltender. While hesitant at first, his father eventually granted...

April 21, 2026