SALT LAKE CITY — The Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Utah Mammoth 4-0 on Sunday, ending a three-game losing streak for Chicago and handing Utah their first home shutout of the season. The game, played at the United Center in Chicago, saw Arvid Soderblom make 22 saves for his first NHL shutout, according to the Associated Press report.
The loss comes after a six-game homestand for the Mammoth, finishing with a 3-3-0 record and precedes a five-game road trip. Utah struggled to find their rhythm against the Blackhawks, a performance head coach André Tourigny described as “extremely disappointing” in post-game comments, as reported by NHL.com here. The Mammoth and Blackhawks both compete in the Central Division of the National Hockey League (NHL).
Blackhawks Dominate with Power Play and Shorthanded Goal
Teuvo Teravainen led the Blackhawks’ offensive charge, scoring twice, including a power-play goal late in the first period. Nick Foligno and Landon Slaggert also contributed goals for Chicago. Teravainen’s second goal came although the Blackhawks were shorthanded in the third period, further solidifying their lead. The Blackhawks had allowed at least three goals in eight straight games prior to Sunday’s contest, making the shutout particularly significant.
Recent Form and Key Players
The Blackhawks entered the game with a record of 23-29-11, while the Mammoth stood at 34-25-4, according to ESPN live coverage. For the Mammoth, Clayton Keller leads the team with 96 points (19 goals, 44 assists), while Connor Bedard paces the Blackhawks with 58 points (26 goals, 32 assists). Utah’s Mikhail Sergachev is currently listed as day-to-day, while Chicago’s Spencer Knight is out, and Ryan Ellis and Shea Weber are on long-term injured reserve.
Game Details and Upcoming Schedule
The game took place on March 9, 2026, at the United Center in Chicago. Tickets were available starting at $47, as advertised by VividSeats here. Following this game, the Blackhawks are scheduled to play the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night, while the Mammoth will face the Washington Capitals on the same evening.
Utah’s alternate captain, Mikhail Sergachev, expressed post-game frustration, stating the team felt “disconnected all over the ice,” according to NHL.com. The Mammoth will focus on regaining cohesion through practice and video review as they prepare for their upcoming road trip.
Central Division Standings
As of March 9, 2026, the Central Division standings are as follows:
| Team | W | L | OTL | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 43 | 10 | 9 | 95 |
| Dallas | 39 | 14 | 10 | 88 |
| Minnesota | 37 | 16 | 11 | 85 |
| Utah | 34 | 25 | 4 | 72 |
| Nashville | 28 | 27 | 8 | 64 |
| Winnipeg | 26 | 26 | 10 | 62 |
The Blackhawks’ victory provides a boost as they continue their season, while the Mammoth will aim to rebound from this defeat and regain their form during their upcoming road trip. The competitive nature of the Central Division suggests continued tight contests as teams vie for playoff positioning.
What comes next for both teams will be crucial as the NHL season progresses. The Blackhawks will look to build on this shutout win, while the Mammoth will need to address their recent struggles to remain competitive in the Central Division.
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