Utah Mammoth consider free agent targets to enhance roster after playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:08 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Following a first-round exit in the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Vegas Golden Knights, the Utah Mammoth now turn their attention to building on their progression in just their second season. With approximately $13 million in salary cap space, the Mammoth are contemplating options to strengthen their roster. Potential free agent targets include goaltender Connor Ingram, forward Noel Acciari, and defenseman Ryan Shea, each of whom brings unique skills that could fill gaps left by departing players. The Mammoth will need to strategize carefully as the free agent market is limited this year.
- •Utah Mammoth exited playoffs in first round against the Golden Knights.
- •Mammoth have approximately $13 million in salary cap space for free agency.
- •Potential targets include Connor Ingram, Noel Acciari, and Ryan Shea.
- •Ingram previously played for Utah during the 2024-2025 season.
- •Acciari had a pivotal role in helping the Penguins reach postseason.
- 12:08 PMYahoo Sports — 3 Potential Free Agents the Utah Mammoth Could Target
"Despite a 2026 first-round Stanley Cup Playoff exit against the Vegas Golden Knights, reaching the postseason in just their second year is a big step forward for the Utah Mammoth. Now comes the challenge of building on that success, whether it’s bolstering the defence, adding secondary scoring, or strengthening the bottom-six. The Mammoth must decide …
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