Utah Mammoth Gear Up for Historic 2025-2026 NHL Season
The upcoming 2025-2026 NHL season marks a series of significant milestones for the Utah Mammoth. As they embrace their new nickname, the franchise aims for playoff contention in just its second year while welcoming highly-coveted prospects. Among them is Dmitriy Simashev, the sixth overall pick in the 2023 draft, who recently signed his entry-level contract and is ready to make his North American debut.
Simashev, who played a pivotal role in helping Lokomotiv Yaroslavl secure a KHL championship, expressed his eagerness to prove himself in the Mammoth’s lineup. "I’ll have to prove myself anyway,” he told RG’s Daria Tuboltseva, showcasing his confidence and readiness to immerse himself in the team culture.
The Mammoth have high expectations for the young defenseman, who aims to carve out a leading role on the blue line, competing alongside established players like Mikhail Sergachev and Sean Durzi. "Everything depends on me," Simashev stated, underscoring the importance of performance to secure a top-four or even top-two position.
As anticipation builds, fans are excited to see how Simashev’s contributions will shape Utah’s season. Stay tuned to Breakaway On SI for all the latest updates, interviews, and recruiting news.
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