Longest game in franchise history puts Mammoth on the ropes
The Utah Mammoth lost a double-overtime Game 5 to the Vegas Golden Knights, falling behind 3-2 in the series in what marked the longest game in franchise history. Despite strong performances and key goals from their young core, Utah was unable to hold leads as Vegas mounted third-period comebacks in consecutive games. The experienced Golden Knights, bolstered by playoff-tested players and coaches, capitalized on their composure to secure the win and put Utah on the brink of elimination.
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