Schmaltz scores 2 goals as Mammoth defeat Jets 5-3

April 15, 2026 - 05:39

Nick Schmaltz led the charge with a pair of power-play goals, propelling the Utah Mammoth to a 5-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday. The crucial win officially secures the first Western Conference wild-card spot for the surging Mammoth.

Schmaltz broke the ice on the man-advantage midway through the second period, converting a setup from Mikhail Sergachev and Dylan Guenther. He struck again on the power play early in the third frame, finishing a play orchestrated by Logan Cooley and Clayton Keller to give Utah a lead they would not relinquish.

The contest was a tightly fought battle, with the Mammoth ultimately leveraging special teams to their decisive advantage. The victory solidifies Utah's position in the upcoming postseason, marking a significant milestone for the franchise. The team's balanced attack and timely scoring have been hallmarks of their successful campaign, with Schmaltz's offensive outburst serving as the latest example. The Mammoth will look to carry this momentum into their final regular season contests as they prepare for a return to playoff hockey.