Utah Mammoth face a defining California back-to-back as they battle the surging Anaheim Ducks and struggling San Jose Sharks—are they on the verge of proving themselves as contenders or exposing critical flaws? Tom Callahan and Robyn Leaño break down why these matchups could determine whether Utah's early success was a true turnaround or just a blip on the radar, questioning the team's consistency, physicality, and strategic line changes involving Nick Schmaltz and JJ Peterka. Can the Mammoth recapture their physical edge and deliver a 60-minute performance against rivals like Anaheim, especially with Radko Gudas returning for the Ducks? The conversation spotlights key concerns around the Mammoth’s defensive strategies, the underwhelming impact of Brandon Tanev, and whether it’s time for bold roster moves—including sending Simishev to Tucson or calling up Daniel Boot. With playoff positioning on the line, team leadership, coaching decisions, and even the energy from the mom’s trip could tip the scales.