Utah Mammoth NHL Team SUES Equipment Company Over Name Rights!

Utah Mammoth NHL Team SUES Equipment Company Over Name Rights!

Utah Mammoth lawsuit trademark dispute NHL hockey legal battle

The Utah Mammoth NHL team has filed a federal lawsuit against Mammoth Hockey LLC over a trademark dispute that could determine who has the right to use the “Mammoth” name in hockey.

In this video, we break down:
• Why the Utah Mammoth is suing an Oregon-based hockey bag company
• The timeline of events from team naming to legal action
• How Mammoth Hockey’s cease-and-desist letter sparked this court battle
• What this means for both the NHL franchise and the equipment manufacturer
• The trademark laws at the center of this dispute

The controversy began when the Utah Mammoth announced their permanent team name in May 2025, after relocating from Arizona and spending their first season as the Utah Hockey Club. Mammoth Hockey, which has manufactured hockey equipment bags since 2014, quickly issued a cease-and-desist letter claiming trademark infringement.

Both entities use mammoth-themed logos and operate in the hockey industry, leading to concerns about consumer confusion. Smith Entertainment Group, owners of the NHL team, filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court seeking a ruling that their use of the Mammoth name is legally compliant.

This legal battle highlights the complex world of sports branding and trademark law in professional athletics. Stay tuned as we follow this developing story that could set important precedents for team naming rights in professional sports.