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Mammoth Top Red Wings 4-1 in Detroit Behind Vejmelka, Keller

Vejmelka's 27 saves underscored Utah's edge at the crease, exposing Detroit's slot coverage.

Overview

  • Clayton Keller scored and assisted, with Dylan Guenther, Jack McBain and Kevin Stenlund also scoring for Utah as Emmitt Finnie netted Detroit's lone goal on a power play.
  • Utah put the game out of reach with two goals 31 seconds apart in the closing minutes of the third period.
  • Karel Vejmelka stopped 27 of 28 shots, outdueling Cam Talbot, who made 23 saves on 27 shots.
  • The Mammoth improved to 17-16-3 and completed their road trip 2-1-0, while the Red Wings fell to 19-13-3 with just their second regulation loss in 10 games.
  • Nick Schmaltz recorded his 300th career assist, and next up is Utah hosting New Jersey on Friday with Detroit visiting Washington on Saturday.