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'The loudest building I've ever played in': Inside the memorable debut of the Utah Hockey Club

'The loudest building I've ever played in': Inside the memorable debut of the Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 9 - 1:14 a.m.  |  Save Story

Towels waved, chants rang out and fans forked out hundreds hoping for a memorable night. It didn't take long for the Utah Hockey Club to deliver.
Dylan Guenther scores twice as Utah Hockey Club holds off Chicago for franchise's 1st win

Dylan Guenther scores twice as Utah Hockey Club holds off Chicago for franchise's 1st win

Sean Walker, KSL.com  |  Updated Oct. 9 - 12:26 a.m.  |  Save Story

Dylan Guenther scored two goals, including the first goal in franchise history, as the Utah Hockey Club held off the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 in the inaugural season opener.
Utah HC inaugural game blog: Utah opens first season with win over Chicago

Utah HC inaugural game blog: Utah opens first season with win over Chicago

KSL.com Sports  |  Updated Oct. 8 - 10:28 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club will play its inaugural game on Tuesday at 8 p.m. against the Chicago Blackhawks.
Game on: Utah Hockey Club players share tips for fans ahead of first game

Game on: Utah Hockey Club players share tips for fans ahead of first game

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 8 - 8:18 a.m.  |  Save Story

What should fans be watching for — aside from the obvious goals — when Utah HC takes the ice for the first time? For that answer, we turned to the experts.
First puck drop: It'll be a 10-hour party for Utah Hockey Club's first game

First puck drop: It'll be a 10-hour party for Utah Hockey Club's first game

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 7 - 7:54 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club coach Andre Tourigny wants to be able to soak it all in on Tuesday night.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah prepares for an unforgettable opening night

SLC Puck podcast: Utah prepares for an unforgettable opening night

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Oct. 7 - 7:46 a.m.  |  Save Story

In the week ramping up to the team's inaugural regular season home game at the Delta Center on Tuesday, Utah Hockey Club made several big moves.
Watercooler Talk: Hockey is here! And 'hot take review' of BYU's strength of resume

Watercooler Talk: Hockey is here! And 'hot take review' of BYU's strength of resume

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Oct. 6 - 10:09 p.m.  |  Save Story

Host Caleb Turner recaps the 5-2 preseason for the Utah HC and the start of the preseason for the Utah Jazz. Plus, a new segment arrives.
'Nobody cares more': Clayton Keller's journey to captain of Utah Hockey Club

'Nobody cares more': Clayton Keller's journey to captain of Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 6 - 3:01 p.m.  |  Save Story

One moment, Clayton Keller was looking to score. The next, he was lying in pain on the frozen ground.
Utah HC wraps up preseason with win over Avalanche; final roster decisions await

Utah HC wraps up preseason with win over Avalanche; final roster decisions await

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 5 - 10:42 p.m.  |  Save Story

It hadn't dawned on Utah Hockey head coach Andre Tourigny the significance of playing at the Maverik Center.
Clayton Keller named first captain of Utah Hockey Club

Clayton Keller named first captain of Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 4 - 8:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club head coach Andre Tourigny thinks selecting a captain should be obvious. And Clayton Keller was a clear choice to lead the team.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah HC winning over community with cheap concessions

SLC Puck podcast: Utah HC winning over community with cheap concessions

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Oct. 3 - 12:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club is doing everything it can to win over the hearts and minds of new fans in the Beehive State.
Utah Hockey Club coach doesn't think preseason should be shortened after loss

Utah Hockey Club coach doesn't think preseason should be shortened after loss

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 2 - 11:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

The benches were a bit more roomy by the end of Anaheim's 5-2 preseason win over the Utah Hockey Club on Wednesday.
Masking personality: Utah Hockey goalies explain their creative masks

Masking personality: Utah Hockey goalies explain their creative masks

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 2 - 2:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Want to get a peek at Utah Hockey Club goalie Matt Villalta's personality? Take a peak at his masks through the years.
Kailer Yamamoto makes case for roster spot with 2 goals in Utah HC's win over Sharks

Kailer Yamamoto makes case for roster spot with 2 goals in Utah HC's win over Sharks

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Oct. 1 - 11:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

These days have been pretty nerve-wracking for Kailer Yamamoto.
Finnish connection: Jazz's Lauri Markkanen and Utah HC's Jusso Valimaki bonding in Utah

Finnish connection: Jazz's Lauri Markkanen and Utah HC's Jusso Valimaki bonding in Utah

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 7:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

In April, Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen served as a tour guide. But first, he was a hype man.
'Unprecedented' concessions pricing coming to Delta Center this season

'Unprecedented' concessions pricing coming to Delta Center this season

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 30 - 3:38 p.m.  |  Save Story

Smith Entertainment Group is implementing some reduced prices for a "fan-friendly concessions menu" at Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club games this season.
SLC Puck podcast: Tij Iginla holds his own in NHL debut as Utah rolls to 6-3 win

SLC Puck podcast: Tij Iginla holds his own in NHL debut as Utah rolls to 6-3 win

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 10:18 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club's first-ever NHL Draft pick, Tij Iginla, laced them up for the first time on Sunday night.
More than luck: Dylan Guenther scores twice to lead Utah Hockey Club over Avalanche

More than luck: Dylan Guenther scores twice to lead Utah Hockey Club over Avalanche

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 29 - 8:26 p.m.  |  Save Story

Guenther scored two goals and added an assist to lead Utah to a 6-3 preseason road win over the Colorado Avalanche Sunday at Ball Arena.
Utah Hockey Club drops first (preseason) game with 5-2 loss to Vegas

Utah Hockey Club drops first (preseason) game with 5-2 loss to Vegas

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 28 - 12:13 a.m.  |  Save Story

So much for never losing a game.
Salt Lake City set to vote on Delta Center zone partnership after final tweaks

Salt Lake City set to vote on Delta Center zone partnership after final tweaks

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 27 - 5:23 p.m.  |  Save Story

Salt Lake City is ready to decide whether to finalize its agreement with Smith Entertainment Group on a partnership agreement and sales tax increase on Tuesday.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah puts on the foil in memorable debut at Delta Center

SLC Puck podcast: Utah puts on the foil in memorable debut at Delta Center

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 25 - 11:19 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club gave fans a night to remember at the team's debut at the Delta Center on Monday.
'Pleasantly surprised': Utah HC fans share positive vibes despite blocked views at Delta Center

'Pleasantly surprised': Utah HC fans share positive vibes despite blocked views at Delta Center

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 24 - 11:55 a.m.  |  Save Story

The sightlines were bad for some hockey fans on Monday. That didn't tarnish the experience too much.
Utah Hockey Club has a near-perfect debut at Delta Center

Utah Hockey Club has a near-perfect debut at Delta Center

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 23 - 11:40 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club forward Liam O'Brien felt the energy immediately.
SLC Puck podcast: Utah Hockey Club scores 6 goals in a 5-3 win over St. Louis

SLC Puck podcast: Utah Hockey Club scores 6 goals in a 5-3 win over St. Louis

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 11:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Despite the bizarre goal against the team, the club's first-ever NHL preseason game had a bit of everything.
Watercooler Talk: BYU and Utah in the Big 12 title game? Plus RSL star Diego Luna

Watercooler Talk: BYU and Utah in the Big 12 title game? Plus RSL star Diego Luna

Caleb Turner, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 10:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Another exciting weekend in Utah sports brought a dominant win for BYU football and the debut of the Utah Hockey Club in NHL preseason play.
Utah Hockey Club can now laugh at blunder after 5-3 win over Blues

Utah Hockey Club can now laugh at blunder after 5-3 win over Blues

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 8:48 p.m.  |  Save Story

Officially, the first preseason goal in Utah Hockey Club franchise history was scored by Michael Carcone.
Young stars Cooley, Guenther to lead the way in Utah HC's first preseason game

Young stars Cooley, Guenther to lead the way in Utah HC's first preseason game

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 22 - 11:11 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Utah Hockey Club will plays its first-ever preseason game on Sunday.
'We have a lot of faith in him': Utah HC signs rising star to 8-year deal

'We have a lot of faith in him': Utah HC signs rising star to 8-year deal

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 20 - 3:49 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah HC signed Dylan Guenther to an eight-year contract extension worth an average annual value of $7 million.
'He wants to become a No. 1': Utah HC's Sergachev embraces new life (and loaves) in Utah

'He wants to become a No. 1': Utah HC's Sergachev embraces new life (and loaves) in Utah

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 19 - 6:07 p.m.  |  Save Story

Mikhail Sergachev's home is starting to resemble a bakery.
SEG expands streaming service to include Utah Hockey Club

SEG expands streaming service to include Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 19 - 12:12 p.m.  |  Save Story

The Smith Entertainment Group announced it will offer three different streaming service options this season: Jazz+, UtahHC+ and SEG+.
SLC Puck podcast: Snowing inside the Delta Center? Takeaways from Utah HC media day

SLC Puck podcast: Snowing inside the Delta Center? Takeaways from Utah HC media day

KSL.com Sports  |  Posted Sept. 18 - 11:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

There was a lot to talk coming out of Utah Hockey Club's first ever media day on Wednesday.
'It's clear we now have a home': Utah Hockey Club relieved to leave rumors behind

'It's clear we now have a home': Utah Hockey Club relieved to leave rumors behind

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 18 - 3:51 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Hockey Club players can now focus on hockey. That's a relief.
Utah HC media day blog: Has a team name been chosen?

Utah HC media day blog: Has a team name been chosen?

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Updated Sept. 18 - 1:10 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah's first NHL season is nearly here.
'High performance by day, recreation by night': How the Olympic Oval got ready for the NHL

'High performance by day, recreation by night': How the Olympic Oval got ready for the NHL

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 12 - 6:32 p.m.  |  Save Story

Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation CEO Colin Hilton had a question for Utah's new NHL team: Where are you going to train?
First voices of Utah Hockey Club excited to educate an already passionate fan base

First voices of Utah Hockey Club excited to educate an already passionate fan base

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 6 - 12:27 p.m.  |  Save Story

Dominic Moore and Matt McConnell will be at the forefront of growing the game in the state.
Here's who will be calling Utah Hockey Club games

Here's who will be calling Utah Hockey Club games

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 4 - 10:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

Matt McConnell hasn't seen enough of coach Andre Tourigny's hockey team just yet.
Veteran defenseman excited to be 'part of building something' with Utah Hockey Club

Veteran defenseman excited to be 'part of building something' with Utah Hockey Club

Ryan Miller, KSL.com  |  Posted Sept. 3 - 6:56 p.m.  |  Save Story

Robert Bortuzzo had heard the buzz around the NHL's newest team. Now, he's excited to be a part of it.