TORONTO, CANADA - NOVEMBER 24: Jack McBain #22 of the Utah Hockey Club celebrates his third period goal as Pontus Holmberg #29 of the Toronto Maple Leafs looks on at Scotiabank Arena on November 24, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Chris Tanouye/Getty Images)
(Photo by Chris Tanouye/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – With rookie camp swiftly approaching and the beginning of training camp roughly a month away, it’s time for fans to begin familiarizing themselves with the Utah Mammoth’s updated roster and learn what to expect from players like Jack McBain when the second season begins in October.
Transitioning to their most recent contract extension, McBain is the next player profile to help fans get to know the refreshed Utah roster.
Jack McBain is a 25-year-old center from Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Before his days in the NHL, McBain began his playing career with the Toronto Jr. Canadiens of the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL).
Despite being selected in the first round of the OHL by the Barrie Colts, McBain remained with the Jr. Canadiens in order to maintain his NCAA eligibility.
Over the course of two seasons with the Jr. Canadiens, McBain registered 33 goals and 66 assists which earned him the OJHL’s top prospect award.
The following summer, McBain was then drafted 63rd overall by the Minnesota Wild before committing to play collegiate hockey for Boston College.
In four seasons with Eagles, McBain registered 86 points in 117 appearances.
After his final collegiate season, McBain then informed the Wild that he did not intend to sign a contract with the organization and was traded to the Arizona Coyotes for a second-round pick.
Roughly 24 hours after National Insider Elliotte Friedman reported that Utah had elected for salary arbitration, the Mammoth and McBain were able to come to an agreement on a new five-year extension.
Full Story: Utah Mammoth Ink Jack McBain To Five-Year Extension
Now, neither player can sign an offer sheet
Since the team took them to arbtiration, the player (and agent) pick the term of the award. If they wish, both could choose two-year deals and go directly to unrestricted free agency. Still time to decide. https://t.co/ZlwU8RC95r
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) July 6, 2025
“We are very pleased to sign Jack to a new contract,” said Bill Armstrong, general manager of the Utah Mammoth.
“He is a big, strong, physical player who competes hard on a nightly basis and brings a gritty toughness to our group. Jack is an important part of the championship-caliber team we are building, and we look forward to having him back on our roster for the foreseeable future.”
The Leafs should seriously consider trading for Jack McBain. I think he would be a fan favourite pic.twitter.com/VwecHP8dyJ
— Michael (@mic_mazz) May 21, 2025
McBain’s new extension follows a career-season for the 25-year-old center as he registered 13 goals and 27 total points during the 2024-25 campaign.
Additionally, as one of the tallest skaters for Utah at 6-foot-4, McBain was a critical presence on Utah’s checking line alongside Lawson Crouse and Josh Doan.
Bainer is here to stay!
We have signed Jack McBain to a five-year contract. pic.twitter.com/Yyebo3QVaH
— Utah Mammoth (@utahmammoth) July 8, 2025
The extension will see McBain through the 2029-30 season.
Looking ahead to next year, Mammoth fans can expect more of the same from McBain as he centers their most physically assertive line.
Utilizing his towering size and aggressive approach, McBain will create havoc all over the ice as he contributes defensively, pushes the tempo on the forecheck, delivers punishing hits and sets up shop in front of the net.
Additionally, fans can also count on McBain to drop the gloves every now and then as one their most consistent fighters.
Darnell Nurse and Jack McBain drop the gloves 🥊 pic.twitter.com/5kPhIwIL5a
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) March 19, 2025
Following a significant pay raise, McBain will certainly have a lot to prove.
While a lot of his contributions are more so felt in terms of his physical presence and toughness, it would greatly benefit him and the team if he could be pushing the high 30’s to low 40’s in terms of point production.
