The Utah Mammoth defeated the Vancouver Canucks 7-4 in an NHL game held on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The game featured a hat trick from Clayton Keller of the Mammoth, leading his team to victory.

Kane Celebrates Milestone

Before the on-ice action began at Rogers Arena, Evander Kane was recognized for reaching a significant milestone: his 1,000th NHL game. Kane received a silver stick in a pre-game ceremony honoring his achievement.

Mammoth Dominate Canucks

Despite an early goal from Vancouver’s Linus Karlsson, the Utah Mammoth quickly took control of the game. Kailer Yamamoto answered for Utah, tying the score after a Canucks turnover. Clayton Keller then scored his first goal, giving the Mammoth the lead.

Keller's Hat Trick Seals Victory

Clayton Keller proved to be the key offensive force for the Mammoth, completing a hat trick and adding an assist. Guenther and Keller further extended Utah’s lead in the second period. Despite goals from DeBrusk and Rossi for the Canucks, Crouse and Keller’s empty-net goal secured a 7-4 win for Utah.

Canucks Struggle, Look Ahead

The Canucks, currently facing a challenging season, were unable to consistently match the Mammoth’s offensive output. Karlsson scored twice for Vancouver, while DeBrusk and Rossi also found the net. The team is now focused on preparing for their remaining games.

Roster Challenges for Vancouver

The Canucks faced unexpected roster adjustments prior to the game. Jiri Patera was recalled to serve as Nikita Tolopilo’s backup after Kevin Lankinen was a late scratch. This highlights the challenges the team is navigating this season.

The Utah Mammoth have now established a 6-0 record against the Vancouver Canucks since relocating from Arizona, demonstrating their dominance in this head-to-head matchup. The Canucks will next face the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday.