Utah Mammoth Makes Roster Moves Ahead of Crucial Matchup In a surprise move just hours before their matchup against the Calgary Flames, the Utah Mammoth recalled forward Kevin Rooney and goaltender Matt Villalta from the AHL's Tucson Roadrunners. The recall comes as the team's usual starter, Karel Vejmelka, is sidelined with an undisclosed injury. With Vejmelka's absence, Villalta is set to take over as the backup goaltender behind Vitek Vanecek, a move that could have significant implications for the team's chances against a formidable opponent like the Flames. As the Mammoth look to bounce back from any potential setback, the recall of Rooney and Villalta adds a layer of depth to their roster, but the extent of Vejmelka's injury remains a pressing concern.

The Utah Mammoth recalled forward Kevin Rooney and goaltender Matt Villalta from the AHL’s Tucson Roadrunners before last night’s game against the Calgary Flames. Villalta stepped into Utah’s backup role behind Vitek Vanecek with the usual starter, Karel Vejmelka, out with an undisclosed injury. Vejmelka’s injury isn’t expected to be serious, and his absence could […]