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Mammoth reveal why JJ Peterka was benched during pivotal playoff game vs. Golden Knights
TL;DR
JJ Peterka was benched during a crucial playoff game against the Golden Knights due to a coaching decision, confirmed by Mammoth coach Andre Tourigny.
Key points
- JJ Peterka was benched during a playoff game.
- The decision was confirmed by coach Andre Tourigny.
- The Mammoth lost to the Golden Knights.
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The Utah Mammoth were dealt a super painful loss on Monday night against the Vegas Golden Knights.
Their cause down the stretch and into overtime wasn't helped by JJ Peterka -- he had been benched.
On Tuesday, Mammoth coach Andre Tourigny confirmed that it was indeed a coaching decision.
“I had a discussion with JJ, and that discussion will stay inside our room," Tourigny told reporters.
The implication from Tuesday's media appearance was that Peterka had been benched for his play.
The numbers don't totally bear that out, though:
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One notable stat about how dramatic the benching was: Peterka was the only player on either team who didn't get into the game during OT.
The series is now tied 2-2, and the Mammoth will likely need Peterka back on the ice to get past Vegas.
It'll be fascinating to see how Peterka responds to this adversity, and whether the Mammoth recognize his value or continue to shift the lineup in this direction.
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Q&A
Why was JJ Peterka benched during the playoff game against the Golden Knights?
JJ Peterka was benched due to a coaching decision made by Mammoth coach Andre Tourigny.
What did Coach Andre Tourigny say about JJ Peterka's benching?
Coach Andre Tourigny stated that he had a discussion with JJ Peterka regarding the decision, but the details of that discussion would remain private.
How did the Mammoth perform in the playoff game against the Golden Knights?
The Utah Mammoth suffered a painful loss to the Vegas Golden Knights in the playoff game.
