Cooley Shines with Four Consecutive Goals in Five-Point Game as Mammoth Defeat VGK

Logan Cooley delivered an outstanding performance, scoring four consecutive goals and adding an assist, leading the Utah Mammoth to a 5-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. This match took place in Salt Lake City on Monday night, allowing Utah to bounce back after losing to the same team just four days earlier.

Cooley’s Remarkable Achievement

Cooley, only 21 years old, notched his first four-goal game in the NHL this season. He secured his team’s lead with a breakaway goal at 4:19 in the third period, pushing Utah ahead 3-1. He completed his hat trick with an empty-net goal just before the game’s end and added another short-handed empty-netter, reaching a career-high total of four goals in the game and 13 for the season.

Game Highlights

• Scoring Breakdown:
  • Cooley opened the scoring with a goal assisted by Dylan Guenther and Nate Schmidt.
  • Guenther scored his ninth goal of the season, assisted by Cooley and Schmidt.
  • Vegas’ Ivan Barbashev found the net in the second period.
• Goalies’ Performance:
  • Karel Vejmelka made 33 saves for Utah, showcasing his skills in goal.
  • Carl Lindbom stopped 20 shots for the Golden Knights.

Recent Matchups

The Mammoth faced the Golden Knights just days before this game, where Vegas emerged victorious with a score of 4-1. Additionally, Utah had recently snapped a four-game losing streak by defeating the New York Rangers 3-2. Meanwhile, Vegas suffered a 4-3 overtime loss against Anaheim.

Next Games

Both teams prepare for their next matches. The Golden Knights will host the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday night, beginning a four-game homestand. Simultaneously, the Mammoth will also play against Ottawa on the same date.

Summary of Key Stats

With Cooley’s performance, the Mammoth are looking to continue their momentum in the upcoming matches against Ottawa. This victory not only boosts their confidence but also emphasizes their capability in the NHL this season.