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Las Vegas. Logan Cooley scored on a rebound with about six minutes remaining Tuesday night, lifting the Utah Mammoth to a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 2 of their first-round NHL playoff series; the win evened the series 1-1 and sends both teams back to Salt Lake City for Game 3 on Friday night. The goal gave Cooley his second straight postseason goal and made him the youngest U.S.-born player to score in each of his first two playoff games; it was the Mammoth’s first playoff victory since relocating two years ago. Dylan Guenther had a goal and an assist, Karel Vejmelka made 19 saves, and Vegas’ Carter Hart suffered a regulation loss under coach John Tortorella.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Franchise relocated from Arizona to Utah two years before the 2026 playoffs.
Vegas won Game 1 of the first-round series, taking an early series lead.
April 21, 2026 — Logan Cooley scored late; Utah won Game 2, 3-2, in Las Vegas.
The series was tied 1-1 and teams returned to Salt Lake City for Game 3.
Game 3 was scheduled for Friday night following the April 21 contest.

Why This Matters to You

This game shows the Mammoth's resilience. They've come a long way since relocating to Utah. If you're a fan, it's a proud moment. If you're a Knights supporter, it's a wake-up call. Either way, it's a reminder that in sports, anything can happen.

The Bottom Line

Logan Cooley is making a name for himself this postseason. His performance could shape the Mammoth's future. Game 3 on Friday will be crucial. Keep an eye on it. Worth forwarding if you know someone who loves a good underdog story.