Mammoth beat Senators 3-1 after NHL names Utah 2027 Winter Classic host

The Utah Mammoth defeated the Ottawa Senators 3-1 on Wednesday, and the win came hours after the NHL announced the Mammoth will host the 2027 Winter Classic at the University of Utah football stadium.

The Utah Mammoth beat the Ottawa Senators 3-1 in Salt Lake City on Wednesday night. The victory came hours after the NHL announced the Mammoth will host the 2027 Winter Classic at the University of Utah's football stadium. Lawson Crouse and John Marino scored in a 3:21 span in the first period. Karel Vejmelka made 33 saves and Daniil But added a goal in the third period. Key details: - Crouse opened the scoring at 3:59 of the first period and Marino scored at 7:20. - Ridly Greig scored for Ottawa and has scored in all four games he has played against Utah. - Daniil But scored at 5:41 of the third period; that goal stood after a video review for goalie interference. - Karel Vejmelka made 33 saves for Utah; Leevi Merilainen stopped 18 shots for Ottawa. - The Mammoth opened a seven-game homestand and will host St. Louis on Friday; the Senators travel to Colorado on Thursday. Summary: The Mammoth recorded a regulation win while the NHL announcement reported that the franchise will host the 2027 Winter Classic, marking a notable day for the team. Upcoming games are scheduled, with Utah hosting St. Louis and Ottawa headed to Colorado.