The Utah Mammoth (27-20-4) head to Tampa Bay to take on the Lightning (32-14-4) this Monday night in a clash between two of the league’s top statistical defenses. Utah arrives riding a five-game winning streak, while Tampa Bay looks to bounce back from a high-scoring 8-5 loss to Columbus.
Game Information
- Date: Monday, January 26, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Benchmark International Arena – Tampa, FL
- TV/Stream: ESPN+, Fubo
Team Comparison & Stats
| Category | Utah Mammoth | Tampa Bay Lightning |
| Record | 27-20-4 (58 pts) | 32-14-4 (68 pts) |
| Division Rank | 4th in Central | 2nd in Atlantic |
| Goals For/Game | 3.20 (14th) | 3.48 (2nd) |
| Goals Against/Game | 2.76 (5th) | 2.56 (2nd) |
| Power Play % | 15.86% (29th) | 20.65% (17th) |
| Penalty Kill % | 80.26% (13th) | 84.08% (2nd) |
Key Storylines
1. The Sergachev Homecoming
This matchup is particularly emotional for Utah defenseman Mikhail Sergachev, who was a cornerstone of Tampa Bay’s back-to-back Stanley Cup runs. Now an alternate captain for the Mammoth, Sergachev is having a career year with 36 points and will be looking to shut down his former teammates on their home ice.
2. High-Powered Offense vs. Elite Goaltending
The Lightning boast one of the league’s most lethal offenses, led by Nikita Kucherov (69 points) and Jake Guentzel (54 points). However, they’ll be testing themselves against Utah’s Karel Vejmelka, who has been one of the most reliable starters this season with 25 wins and a 2.57 GAA.
3. Injury Report
Both teams are missing key pieces that could shift the game’s dynamic:
- Tampa Bay: Captain Victor Hedman (elbow) and Brayden Point (lower body) remain out, though Hedman is nearing a February return.
- Utah: Logan Cooley (IR) and Alexander Kerfoot are sidelined, while Lawson Crouse is a game-time decision due to illness.