J.J. Peterka traded to Boston Bruins from Utah Mammoth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:20 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
J.J. Peterka's tenure with the Utah Mammoth ended following a trade at 1 a.m. before the NHL draft. Acquired by the Boston Bruins, the deal involved two first-round draft picks. Peterka expressed surprise at the timing of the call and acknowledged a disappointing season in Utah, where he scored 25 goals and recorded 47 points, down from his previous performance in Buffalo. He is optimistic about the fit in Boston, citing familiarity with the coaching staff and a focus on regaining his confidence and offensive rhythm this summer.
- •Peterka traded from Utah Mammoth to Boston Bruins
- •Transaction occurred just before the NHL draft
- •Finished last season with 25 goals and 47 points
- •Plans to train in Munich before joining the Bruins
- •Excited about familiar coaching staff in Boston
- 3:20 PMYahoo Sports — Inside The Late-Night Call That Signaled The End Of J.J. Peterka’s Utah Chapter
"A 1 a.m. phone call before the draft formally began marked the quiet end of J.J. Peterka’s brief tenure in Utah.
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