What happened: The Utah Mammoth have signed forward Joshua Roy to a one-year, two-way contract. The deal gives Roy a fresh start after his move from the Montreal Canadiens organization. A two-way contract pays him at different rates depending on whether he is in the NHL or the minors.

Why it matters: The signing adds organizational forward depth as Utah builds toward the 2026-27 season. For Roy, the move offers a clearer runway to earn NHL minutes after his time in the Montreal system. Two-way depth deals are a low-risk way for a club to stock its lineup and AHL affiliate heading into camp.

What to watch: Watch whether Roy can crack Utah's NHL roster out of training camp or opens the season in the minors. His usage will signal how the Mammoth view their bottom-six and call-up options.