With Logan Cooley’s $10MM-per-season extension starting next year, Nick Schmaltz’s future with the Utah Mammoth appeared uncertain due to previous speculation about stalled contract talks. However, recent reports indicate positive progress in negotiations, and GM Bill Armstrong expressed confidence in Schmaltz remaining with the team. The 30-year-old has consistently performed, leading all pending unrestricted free agents in scoring this season. Utah has sufficient salary cap flexibility to accommodate a new contract for Schmaltz, ensuring he likely won’t reach free agency.
