Utah Mammoth Recall Rookie Winger Daniil But

But rejoins NHL club ahead of Stanley Cup Playoffs after stint in AHL

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:05pm

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The Utah Mammoth have recalled 21-year-old rookie winger Daniil But from their AHL affiliate in Tucson. But was sent down to the minors in late March but will now rejoin the Mammoth as they prepare for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. In 29 NHL games this season, But recorded 3 goals, 4 assists, 18 blocked shots, 16 hits and 8 penalty minutes while averaging 12:28 of ice time.

Why it matters

The Mammoth are in a tight playoff race in the Western Conference and are hoping But can provide some additional depth and scoring punch as they make a postseason push. But has shown promise in the AHL this season with 16 goals and 33 points in 34 games, so the Mammoth are hoping his recall can give them a boost heading into the playoffs.

The details

But was originally sent down to the AHL's Tucson Roadrunners in late March, but the Mammoth have now recalled him ahead of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. In 29 NHL games this season, But recorded 3 goals, 4 assists, 18 blocked shots, 16 hits and 8 penalty minutes while averaging 12:28 of ice time. In 34 AHL games, he has 16 goals and 33 points.

  • But was recalled from AHL Tucson on Friday.
  • But was sent to the minors in late March.

The players

Daniil But

A 21-year-old rookie winger for the Utah Mammoth who was recalled from their AHL affiliate in Tucson.

Utah Mammoth

An NHL team that is in a tight playoff race in the Western Conference and is hoping But can provide some additional depth and scoring punch as they make a postseason push.

Tucson Roadrunners

The AHL affiliate of the Utah Mammoth where But has been playing this season, recording 16 goals and 33 points in 34 games.

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The takeaway

The Mammoth are banking on But's recent strong play in the AHL to provide a boost to their NHL roster as they look to secure a playoff spot. His recall demonstrates the team's willingness to shuffle players between the NHL and AHL to find the right mix of talent and energy heading into the postseason.