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Two top draft picks, Tij Iginla and Caleb Desnoyers, are boldly declaring they’re NHL-ready — and the Utah Mammoth’s GM says spots are open for those who prove they belong. Iginla, sixth overall in 2024, racked up 90 points in 48 games and is focused on making the team, while Desnoyers, fourth overall in 2025, gave a simple “Yep” to the same question. Both are sharpening their game — Iginla refining his two-way play, Desnoyers boosting strength and skating — with Armstrong praising their adaptability and drive. With veterans like Anders Lee and Barrett Hayton joining the roster, the competition’s fierce — but Armstrong sees it as fuel for a winning culture.

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