Locked On Mammoth - Daily Podcast on the Utah Mammoth

ROOKIE REVOLUTION: Utah Mammoth WEIGH Tij Iginla, Daniil But and Yegor Borikov as Roster Spots Become Scarce

September 24, 2026·28 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Rookies turn heads at Utah Mammoth training camp—can Tij Iginla, Daniil But, or Yegor Borikov crack the opening night roster? With veterans like Lawson Crouse, Clayton Keller, and Barrett Hayton anchoring the core, coach André Tourigny faces tough choices as preseason standouts force a re-evaluation of established roles and strategies.Tom Callahan spotlights breakout camp performances, shifting forward lines, and the challenging dynamics of integrating new talent amid contract constraints and limited roster space. Key topics include the importance of game readiness, the impact of preseason injuries, and the critical traits coach Tourigny demands in his lineup. Will the Utah Mammoth gamble on youth to inject fresh energy, or stick with experience when the puck drops for the new NHL season?00:00 Rookie Impact & Camp StandoutsRookies in Utah Mammoth camp, standout performers, and challenges to crack the lineup.12:34 Andre Tourny's Rookie ExpectationsBreakdown of head coach Andre Tourny’s criteria for rookies making the opening roster.17:47 NHL Readiness & Final ThoughtsDeeper analysis of rookie readiness, roster scenarios, and closing remarks on the competition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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