Mammoth Defeat Kings 6-2 in Western Conference Clash

Utah extends lead in wild-card race with dominant performance

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:45am

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The Utah Mammoth defeated the Los Angeles Kings 6-2 in a key Western Conference matchup on Saturday night. Alexander Kerfoot and Logan Cooley each scored two goals for the Mammoth, while Mikhail Sergachev tied a franchise record with four assists.

Why it matters

This win helps the Mammoth create more separation in the tight Western Conference wild-card race as the season winds down. The Kings were looking to gain ground, but the Mammoth's decisive victory widens their lead in the standings.

The details

The Mammoth jumped out to an early lead, with Kerfoot and Cooley each scoring twice in the first two periods. Sergachev was the catalyst, tying a franchise record with four assists. The Kings were unable to mount a serious comeback, as the Mammoth defense held firm in the third period.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Alexander Kerfoot

A forward for the Utah Mammoth who scored two goals in the game.

Logan Cooley

A forward for the Utah Mammoth who also scored two goals in the game.

Mikhail Sergachev

A defenseman for the Utah Mammoth who tied a franchise record with four assists.

Los Angeles Kings

The opposing team that was defeated by the Utah Mammoth.

Utah Mammoth

The team that won the game 6-2 against the Los Angeles Kings.

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What they’re saying

“We came out with a lot of energy and really set the tone early. Mikhail was making great plays all night and our forwards were finishing their chances.”

— Alexander Kerfoot, Forward, Utah Mammoth

What’s next

The Mammoth will look to build on this win as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Kings will try to rebound in their next game.

The takeaway

This decisive victory for the Utah Mammoth over a divisional rival demonstrates their ability to separate themselves in the tight Western Conference wild-card race as the season enters its final stretch.