The Colorado Mammoth secured their place in the National Lacrosse League (NLL) playoffs with a decisive 13-8 victory over the Nashville Predators on Wednesday, April 9, 2026, at Ball Arena in Denver. The win improved the Mammoth's record to 10-7, solidifying their hold on the first wild-card position in the NLL standings.
Forward Eli McLaughlin led the Mammoth offense with a game-high five goals and three assists. Goaltender Dillon Ward was instrumental in the win, making 42 saves against the Predators' attack. The Mammoth's defense held strong in the second half, limiting Nashville to just three goals after halftime.
With this result, the Mammoth have clinched a postseason berth. The team has one regular-season game remaining before the playoffs begin later this month. The NLL playoff format and the Mammoth's first-round opponent will be determined following the conclusion of the regular season on April 18.
