UNEXPECTED STRENGTH: Utah Mammoth Defense STIFLES Opponents, Andrew Peeke Shines

Utah Mammoth stun NHL critics with a defensive surge few saw coming. After piling up 12 goals in three games, it's the revamped blue line—led by standout Andrew Peeke—that’s turning heads and anchoring a red-hot 2-1 start. Can a team known for its speed and scoring reinvent itself with a shutdown identity and surprise the league?Hosts Tom Callahan and Robyn Leaño spotlight Utah's power play blazing at a wild 66.7%, Vincent Trocheck and Anders Lee’s immediate impact, and a penalty kill that’s been flawless so far. Hot takes include concerns about third-line scoring, intriguing line chemistry with Nick Schmaltz and Clayton Keller, and whether goaltender Veggie can deliver that extra big save when needed. With tough East Coast road trips and early questions about roster depth, the episode asks: Is this newfound consistency for real, and how far can the Mammoth defense carry them?00:00 — Early Utah Mammoth Defense Surge13:17 — First Week: What's Hot19:14 — First Week: What's Not Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.