The Utah Hockey Club faces significant challenges as defensemen Sean Durzi and John Marino are set to miss several months due to surgeries. Durzi is recovering from shoulder surgery, which will keep him sidelined for four to six months, while Marino will be out for three to four months following lower-back surgery.

In response to these injuries, the team has recalled Maveric Lamoureux from the American Hockey League. With a history of playoff struggles since 2012, the rebranded franchise aims to turn its fortunes around this season.