Keller scores in OT as Mammoth beat Oilers 6-5

Utah claims first win over Edmonton with late comeback

Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:41am

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting breaking down a hockey game into sharp, overlapping geometric planes of color and form, with players and the puck reduced to abstract shapes and the ice rink and arena seating deconstructed into a kaleidoscopic composition.A cubist interpretation of the Mammoth's dramatic overtime victory, capturing the frenetic energy and shifting momentum of the game.Salt Lake City Today

Clayton Keller scored on a power play 33 seconds into overtime to lift the Utah Mammoth to a 6-5 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night. Alexander Kerfoot forced overtime with 7:04 left in regulation after tapping in a long feed from Sean Durzi. Nick Schmaltz scored twice in the second period to rally the Mammoth from a two-goal deficit.

Why it matters

The Mammoth's comeback win over the Oilers marks an important milestone for the Utah franchise, which has struggled to defeat the perennial playoff contender in recent seasons. The thrilling overtime finish also showcases the high-intensity, back-and-forth nature of NHL hockey.

The details

The Oilers jumped out to an early 3-1 lead in the first period with goals from Curtis Lazar, Connor McDavid, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. But the Mammoth rallied in the second, scoring three unanswered goals from Nick Schmaltz and Logan Cooley to tie the game at 4-4. Colton Dach put the Oilers back on top in the third, but Alexander Kerfoot's late equalizer sent the game to overtime, where Keller's power-play tally sealed the win for Utah.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • Keller scored the game-winning goal 33 seconds into overtime.
  • Kerfoot forced overtime with 7:04 left in regulation.

The players

Clayton Keller

A forward for the Utah Mammoth who scored the game-winning goal in overtime.

Alexander Kerfoot

A forward for the Utah Mammoth who scored the late equalizer to force overtime.

Connor McDavid

A star forward for the Edmonton Oilers who scored a goal in the first period.

Tristan Jarry

The goaltender for the Edmonton Oilers who made 25 saves in the game.

Karel Vejmelka

The goaltender for the Utah Mammoth who made 21 saves in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We knew we had to dig deep and fight back after falling behind early. The guys showed a lot of heart to battle back and get this win.”

— Clayton Keller, Forward, Utah Mammoth

What’s next

The Oilers will look to bounce back when they visit the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday, while the Mammoth will host the Nashville Predators on Thursday.

The takeaway

The Mammoth's thrilling comeback victory over the Oilers showcases the team's resilience and the unpredictable nature of NHL hockey, where no lead is ever safe. This win could provide a much-needed boost of confidence for Utah as they continue their pursuit of a playoff spot.