UMass junior goaltender Michael Hrabal has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Utah Mammoth, transitioning from college hockey to professional play. This move follows his exceptional performance, in which he forgoes his final collegiate season, marking him as the 21st player from UMass under head coach Greg Carvel to sign an NHL contract. Hrabal was selected 38th overall by the Arizona Coyotes in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft and will start with the Tucson Roadrunners of the AHL on a professional tryout agreement.

By the Numbers
  • Hrabal finished the season with a 1.95 GAA and .937 save percentage over 29 games.
  • He achieved a record of 19-9-1, with four shutouts and allowed two goals or less in 16 of 18 final games.
State of Play
  • Hrabal was a finalist for the 2026 Mike Richter Award for national goaltender of the year.
  • He propelled UMass from last place to second in the Hockey East standings during the second half of the season.
What's Next

Hrabal's transition to professional hockey with the Utah Mammoth could set the stage for a promising career in the NHL, contingent on his performance during the tryout period with Tucson. Continued success in the AHL could lead to a permanent roster position with the Coyotes.

Bottom Line

Michael Hrabal's signing is a pivotal moment for him and the UMass hockey program, showcasing his remarkable growth and establishing a pathway for future Minutemen players to pursue professional careers in hockey.