Mammoth beat Oilers in OT thriller

Clayton Keller's power play goal lifts Utah to victory

Apr. 8, 2026 at 6:29am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the chaotic action of a hockey game, with fragmented shapes and planes of ice, players, and equipment in shades of blue, white, and orange.A dramatic overtime victory for the Utah Mammoth highlights the intensity and unpredictability of professional hockey.Salt Lake City Today

The Utah Mammoth defeated the Edmonton Oilers 6-5 in overtime on Tuesday night, with Clayton Keller scoring the game-winning goal just 33 seconds into the extra period on a power play.

Why it matters

The Mammoth's victory over the Oilers in a close, high-scoring game highlights the competitive nature of the league and the importance of special teams play in deciding close matchups.

The details

Keller's game-winning goal came after the Mammoth were awarded a power play in overtime. He was able to capitalize quickly, lifting his team to the victory in a back-and-forth contest that saw both teams exchange leads throughout the game.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • Keller scored the game-winning goal just 33 seconds into overtime.

The players

Clayton Keller

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

Edmonton Oilers

The opposing team that lost to the Mammoth in the overtime thriller.

Utah Mammoth

The home team that defeated the Edmonton Oilers in overtime.

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What they’re saying

“That was a huge win for us. The guys really battled hard and it was great to see Clayton come through in the clutch.”

— Mammoth Head Coach

What’s next

The Mammoth will look to build on this overtime victory as they continue their push for a playoff spot, while the Oilers will aim to rebound in their next matchup.

The takeaway

This thrilling overtime finish showcases the excitement and unpredictability of professional sports, where a single play can decide the outcome of a closely contested game.