The Utah Mammoth have bolstered their roster, announcing the signing of goaltender Vitek Vaněček to a one-year deal valued at $1.5 million annually. Vaněček, 29, is coming off a season where he contributed to the Florida Panthers' second consecutive Stanley Cup victory, although his personal stats weren't stellar, finishing with a 5-14-4 record, a 3.62 goals-against average, and an .884 save percentage across both the Panthers and the San Jose Sharks.

Over his NHL career, Vaněček has played a total of 188 games, recording a 96-56-21 record with a 2.83 goals-against average and a .902 save percentage, along with 10 shutouts. His playoff experience, accumulating a 2-4 record in 10 games with the Capitals and Devils, adds depth to his resume. Before joining the NHL, he showcased his talent in the AHL and ECHL, where he was recognized as an All-Rookie in 2015-16.