What happened: The Utah Mammoth and head coach Andre Tourigny have agreed to a one-year contract extension, the team announced Thursday. The deal keeps Tourigny under contract through the 2027-28 season. He was previously entering the final year of his existing agreement.
Why it matters: The extension reflects management's confidence in Tourigny following a season where the Mammoth won their first home playoff game. Tourigny has successfully overseen the team's transition to Salt Lake City while establishing a competitive culture.
By the numbers: 2025-26 Record: 43-33-6 (92 points). Standings: 4th in Central, 1st Western Conference Wild Card. Postseason: First Round loss to Vegas (4-2).
What to watch: Tourigny will lead the Mammoth into the 2026-27 season looking to build on their first postseason appearance. The team now turns its attention to the upcoming NHL Entry Draft.