Utah Mammoth enhance roster with Trocheck and Lee during free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 1:59 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Utah Mammoth have taken significant steps in their rebuilding process during the 2026 NHL free agency, adding veterans Vincent Trocheck and Anders Lee to their roster. General manager Bill Armstrong indicated a shift in strategy, focusing on a blend of youth and experience to push for a playoff spot. Trocheck, acquired from the New York Rangers, and Lee, who signed as a free agent, each bring three years of contract stability. The Mammoth's roster now includes 16 forwards with NHL experience, which is expected to heighten internal competition as they gear up for the upcoming season. Armstrong has emphasized the importance of both established players and emerging talents, indicating that the team is moving toward becoming a contender.
- •Vincent Trocheck joins Mammoth from New York Rangers via trade.
- •Anders Lee signs as a free agent, both on three-year contracts.
- •Roster features increased competition with 16 NHL-experienced forwards.
- •GM Bill Armstrong focuses on blending youth and veteran presence.
- •Mammoth aim to build off their recent playoff run in 2026.
- 1:59 AMYahoo Sports — PSA: The Utah Mammoth are in the next phase of the rebuild
"Free agency 2026 shows that the Mammoth intend to win soon.
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