UPDATE: The Utah Mammoth have just achieved their seventh consecutive victory, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 3-2 in a thrilling match on Sunday night. With just 5:36 remaining in the game, Dylan Guenther scored the decisive goal, solidifying the Mammoth’s place at the top of the Western Conference with an impressive record of 8-2-0.
The Mammoth, coming off a dominant 6-2 win against Minnesota just 24 hours earlier, showcased their resilience and skill. Guenther, who has now scored 11 game-winning goals in his last 17 outings, emphasized the team’s confidence as they continue their winning streak. “Winning is fun,” he stated, highlighting the team’s momentum.
In a fast-paced second period, the Mammoth took control with two quick goals within just over a minute. Mikhail Sergachev found the net first, followed by Michael Carcone, who capitalized on a 2-on-1 opportunity with Kailer Yamamoto. Despite a strong challenge from the Jets, who equalized through Mark Scheifele‘s power play goal, the Mammoth held their ground.
The Mammoth’s goalie, Vitek Vanecek, made 28 saves, while Connor Hellebuyck of the Jets stopped 29 shots. Head coach André Tourigny praised his team’s confidence, stating, “We feel our team is different… we have excitement and confidence.”
Next, the Mammoth will conclude their four-game road trip against Edmonton on Tuesday night. As they strive for an eighth straight win, fans are eager to see if the Mammoth can maintain their momentum.
Stay tuned for more updates as the Mammoth continue this exciting season!
