Utah's organizations team name officially revealed for first season

Utah's journey into the NHL is taking an unconventional route as the league's newest franchise will play its inaugural season without an official team name.

The team, for now, will simply be known as "Utah," with jerseys to match during their debut year. This unique approach was confirmed by NHL officials as part of the team's initial branding strategy.

As the team prepares for its first season, fans have been active in suggesting potential names for the franchise. A recent poll collected votes on several top contenders, here are the rankings from the fan poll for the Utah NHL team name:

Mammoth
Yeti
Caribou
Hive
Swarm
Canyon
Blizzard
HC
Mountaineers
Black Diamonds

The name "Mammoth" leads the pack, resonating with fans for its ties to the grandeur of the Utah landscapes. "Yeti" and "Caribou" also rank highly, suggesting that fans favor strong, nature-inspired names that reflect the ruggedness and wildlife of the region.

This approach ensures that when a name is finally chosen, it will carry a sense of ownership and pride among the Utah hockey community.