Caleb Desnoyers, Tij Iginla miss rookie camp
Mammoth’s top prospects Desnoyers and Iginla will miss rookie camp due to injuries but are expected to return for main camp.
Quick answers
What injuries are affecting Caleb Desnoyers and Tij Iginla?
Caleb Desnoyers is recovering from a leg injury sustained during the World Junior Summer Showcase. Tij Iginla's specific injury is not detailed, but he has a history of injury concerns.
When can we expect Desnoyers and Iginla to return to action?
Both Desnoyers and Iginla are day-to-day and will miss the rookie camp, but they are anticipated to return for the Utah Mammoth's main training camp.
Top prospects sidelined for rookie camp
The Utah Mammoth will be without their top two prospects, Caleb Desnoyers and Tij Iginla, during rookie camp due to injuries. General Manager Bill Armstrong confirmed that both forwards are considered day-to-day.
Caleb Desnoyers recovering from leg injury
Desnoyers sustained a leg injury during a collision with Wyatt Cullen while playing for Team Canada at the World Junior Summer Showcase in early August. This setback is not entirely surprising given his elite status as a top prospect. Armstrong indicated that the Mammoth are taking a cautious approach with Desnoyers, allowing him time to recover.
Selected fourth overall in the 2025 NHL Draft, Desnoyers has established himself as a dominant force with the Moncton Wildcats. He recorded an impressive 57 goals and 162 points in 101 games over his last two seasons, culminating in a championship run in the QMJHL Playoffs where he contributed nine goals and 30 points in 19 games.
Tij Iginla dealing with undisclosed issue
Iginla, the son of NHL legend Jarome Iginla, is also sidelined with an unspecified injury. Despite facing health issues in the past, he has avoided significant injuries since the 2024-25 season. His current status remains unclear.
Drafted sixth overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, Tij Iginla had a stellar season with the Kelowna Rockets. He scored 41 goals and accumulated 90 points in just 48 games. His performance also included four goals and eight points during Canada’s bronze medal run at the 2025-26 U20 IIHF World Junior Championships.
Expectations for Mammoth’s main camp
Both Desnoyers and Iginla are expected to return for the Mammoth’s main camp. Their successful recovery from injuries will be key in determining their availability for the team’s opening night roster.
The Mammoth appear committed to prioritizing the long-term health of both players. Armstrong’s decision reflects the organization’s understanding of the importance of developing its top prospects carefully. Once fit, Desnoyers and Iginla are poised to make significant contributions at the NHL level this season.
The Mammoth will monitor their conditions closely as training progresses.
For related context, see latest NHL injury updates.
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