The identifier denotes a specific player within a professional ice hockey organization established in Utah. This designation combines team affiliation and a unique numerical assignment for player identification purposes during gameplay and official documentation.
Such a designation is crucial for tracking player statistics, managing team rosters, and distinguishing individuals on the ice. Historically, numerical assignments have served to differentiate players and contribute to a sense of team identity. The combination of team name and number offers a concise and unambiguous way to reference a particular athlete.