After having career-highs in goals, assists, and points last season, Utah Mammoth centre Barrett Hayton is having a tough start this year. Despite playing on a line with captain Clayton Keller and Utah’s leading scorer Nick Schmaltz, Hayton still can’t seem to find his groove. His work ethic and defensive reliability are still there, but the offensive struggles have been evident. With the Mammoth battling in a hotly contested Western Conference, Hayton rediscovering last season’s form could be the key for the rest of Utah’s 2025-2026 campaign.
Barrett Hayton’s Offensive Woes Continue
The Mammoth started this season strong, but have slumped recently. Utah is 9-7, or eighth in the Western Conference. They had a seven-game win streak snapped at the end of October. However, Hayton hasn’t pla

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