But was recalled from AHL Tucson on Tuesday.
The Mammoth assigned Dmitri Simashev to the Roadrunners in a corresponding transaction. But, the No. 12 overall pick in 2023, has yet to make his NHL debut, but that could be forthcoming if Utah wants to shake some things up due to the team's current four-game losing streak. The Russian winger has played well in the minors this season, producing eight goals and 17 points across 19 outings.
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Mammoth's Daniil But: Hat trick in Saturday's win
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But scored three goals on eight shots in AHL Tucson's 4-3 overtime win over Coachella Valley on Saturday.
But sealed the hat trick at 1:30 of overtime. The 20-year-old has eight points over his last four games, giving him seven goals and 13 points through 12 outings overall. He's already proving his talent in the AHL, though he's also shooting 21.2 percent, which is likely an unsustainable pace even in a league he seems to be outmatching already.
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Mammoth's Daniil But: Scores twice in Tucson's win
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But scored two goals in AHL Tucson's 5-1 win over Bakersfield on Friday.
But has three goals and two assists over five games to begin his first AHL campaign. The talented 20-year-old probably won't need too much time in the AHL, as he already has professional experience in his native Russia. At this point, it's more about the Mammoth finding space for him in the NHL, though they'll likely want to see him sustain his hot start over a longer stretch.
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Mammoth's Daniil But: Slated to play
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But (illness) will be in the lineup for Saturday's preseason finale against San Jose.
After skipping Friday's practice due to an illness, But will make his fifth appearance of the preseason. He has two goals and one assist through four exhibition outings this year. But will likely begin the 2025-26 campaign with AHL Tucson.
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Mammoth's Daniil But: Dealing with illness
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Head coach Andre Tourigny said Friday that But is dealing with an illness, Brogan Houston of Deseret News Sports reports.
But didn't participate in Friday's practice session, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Saturday's preseason finale against San Jose. The exact nature of his illness isn't yet clear, but regardless of whether he plays Saturday, it wouldn't be surprising to see him in the mix to return for Thursday's Opening Night matchup against Colorado.
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Hockey Club's Daniil But: Solid work in KHL
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But has nine goals and 24 points in 47 outings with KHL Yaroslavl this season.
That's a modest increase over the 21 points (10 goals) in 55 regular-season appearances But provided with Yaroslavl in 2023-24. But is a Utah prospect, selected by Arizona with the No. 12 overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. The 20-year-old forward is a towering presence at 6-foot-6 and might eventually use that size to his advantage in a middle-six role in Utah. However, he's likely still years away from reaching his full potential.
