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Salt Lake City jumps to 12th best sports town in America

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:56 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Salt Lake City jumps to 12th best sports town in America

Summary

Salt Lake City has achieved a significant increase in its ranking, moving from 44th to 12th on the Sports Business Journal's 2026 list of Best Sports Business Cities. Factors contributing to this rise include the establishment of new teams such as the Utah Mammoth in the NHL and a substantial renovation of the Delta Center. The city has also seen a sharp rise in sports-related infrastructure, with over $6.6 billion in ongoing or completed projects, including a new $140 million Ballpark for the AAA Salt Lake Bees. The 2034 Winter Games returning to Salt Lake City, along with other sports developments, highlight the city's growing prominence in the sports industry.

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By the Numbers

•Salt Lake City ranked 12th in Sports Business Journal's 2026 list.
•The Utah Mammoth's arrival and Delta Center renovation are key factors.
•Over $6.6 billion in sports-related construction is underway.
•The AAA Salt Lake Bees have a new $140 million Ballpark.
•2034 Winter Games will utilize venues from the 2002 Olympics.

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8:56 PMYahoo Sports — This city made a huge leap on a list of best sports towns in America

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The Sport Business Journal cites several new teams, new minor league baseball stadium and Delta Center renovation among reason for the city's rise.
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