Ethan Belchetz joins Utah Mammoth as a top NHL draft pick

Ethan Belchetz was selected by the Utah Mammoth in the first round of the NHL draft on June 26, 2026, in Buffalo, New York. At 6-foot-5 and 230 pounds, Belchetz is considered a true power forward with both scoring and physical abilities. During the previous season in the Ontario Hockey League, he recorded 34 goals and 59 points, contributing significantly in crucial moments with seven game-winning goals. Belchetz aims to secure a roster spot with the Mammoth, expecting to bring his size and skill to the team. He has expressed enthusiasm about his new surroundings in Utah and the facilities at the Mammoth Ice Center.

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