The Utah Mammoth begin the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 19, 2026, on the road against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Vegas earned the top seed in the Pacific Division with 95 points, while Utah qualified as the Western Conference’s first Wild Card with 92 points. Game 1 airs on ESPN, with the series also airing on ESPN2 and TBS through the first round.
Mammoth vs. Golden Knights: First Round Schedule
Here’s the complete first round schedule for the Mammoth vs. Golden Knights, via the NHL’s official first round schedule. Games 5 through 7 are if necessary.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Site | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 19 (Sun) | 10:00 p.m. | @ Vegas (T-Mobile Arena) | ESPN, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 2 | TBD | 9:30 p.m. | @ Vegas (T-Mobile Arena) | ESPN2, SN, CBC, TVAS |
| 3 | TBD | 9:30 p.m. | vs. Vegas (Delta Center) | TBS, Max, SN360, TVAS |
| 4 | April 27 (Mon) | TBD | vs. Vegas (Delta Center) | ESPN |
| *5 | April 29 (Wed) | TBD | @ Vegas | TBD |
| *6 | May 1 (Fri) | TBD | vs. Vegas (Delta Center) | TBD |
| *7 | May 3 (Sun) | TBD | @ Vegas | TBD |
* If necessary. Game times and TV assignments for Games 5-7 are TBD and will be updated as the series progresses.
Utah Mammoth Playoff FAQ
When do the Utah Mammoth start the 2026 NHL Playoffs?
The Utah Mammoth open the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday, April 19, 2026, on the road against the Vegas Golden Knights. Game 1 begins at 10:00 p.m. ET at T-Mobile Arena and airs on ESPN.
Who do the Utah Mammoth play in the first round?
The Utah Mammoth face the Vegas Golden Knights in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Vegas earned the top seed in the Pacific Division with 95 points, while Utah qualified as the Western Conference’s first Wild Card with 92 points.
Where do the Mammoth play their 2026 home playoff games?
The Utah Mammoth play their 2026 first round home games at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. Games 3, 4, and 6 (if necessary) are scheduled at Delta Center, which seats approximately 18,306 for hockey.
What TV channels broadcast the Mammoth-Golden Knights playoff series?
Game 1 airs on ESPN. Game 2 airs on ESPN2. Game 3 airs on TBS and Max. Game 4 airs on ESPN. Canadian viewers can watch on SN, SN360, CBC, and TVAS throughout the series.
How did the Utah Mammoth qualify for the 2026 playoffs?
The Utah Mammoth qualified for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs as the first Wild Card team in the Western Conference, finishing the regular season with 92 points. Utah drew the Pacific Division’s top seed, the Vegas Golden Knights (95 points), in the first round.
NHL Playoff and Other Resources
- Full 2026 NHL Playoff TV Schedule and Game Times
- Interactive Bracket Maker
- 2026-27 NHL Schedule Release Info
