# CENTER CRUNCH: Utah Mammoth EXAMINE Kevin Stenlund's Place Facing Youthful PUSH for Spots

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Podcast: [Locked On Mammoth - Daily Podcast on the Utah Mammoth](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-mammoth-daily-podcast-on-the-utah-mammoth-255042)
Published: 2026-05-15T10:00:00+00:00
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Kevin Stenlund’s contract future hangs in the balance as the Utah Mammoth weigh injury concerns against his undeniable value in the faceoff circle. Can the team afford to part with their trusted defensive-zone anchor, or will Stenlund’s health and advancing age force a tough decision? Tom Callahan and Robyn Leaño debate whether Stenlund earns another deal—and just how long and costly it should be—while factoring in the looming arrival of promising young centers like Baudouin and Danoye. Key discussion points include Stenlund’s cap hit, his critical faceoff stats, and the surprising emergence of Liam O’Brien as a secret faceoff weapon. The conversation highlights the Mammoth’s shifting roster dynamics, fourth-line depth questions, and the delicate balance between veteran experience and the need to make room for developing prospects. Will the Utah Mammoth gamble on youth, or stick with their reliable specialist for another playoff push?

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