Vegas Golden Knights

How high are expectations for the Vegas Golden Knights this season? So high that a 3-0 start can still prompt a level of angst and uncertainty over the performance of the team. Indeed, the Golden Knights have done as they should, scoring a trio of consecutive season-opening triumphs over the rebuilding Anaheim Ducks (twice) and

From being the first “Big Four” sports franchise to making an historic run to the Stanley Cup Final in year one, the Vegas Golden Knights have always done things a little differently. So, it isn’t surprising, then, to see them open the season with a unique roster configuration. On the eve of their season opener

A new year has begun and a new NHL season is about to. From the outset of 2020, no one could have predicted where we’d wind up by year’s end. But here we are, ready to embark on a 56-game season beginning in January that will see the Vegas Golden Knights battle the same seven

It’s safe to say 2020 has not been the year many of us were expecting when we screamed “Happy New Years” at midnight on Jan. 1, 2020. Still, through all the bad that has happened in the world this year, there have been bright spots. Those bright spots for the Vegas Golden Knights have been

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the Vancouver Canucks might be pitching hard for defenseman Travis Hamonic. There’s one small problem, however. The Vegas Golden Knights might actually be looking to trade Jonathan Marchessault over Max Pacioretty and Mikael Granlund is expected to make his free agency decision any minute now. Finally,

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, newly-signed members of the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs have arrived or are heading into town and ready to make whatever impact they can on their teams this coming season. A couple of NHL clubs — the Tampa Bay Lightning and Vegas Golden Knights — have some serious preseason

Who knows when a puck will drop for the 2020-21 season, but it’s never too early to start looking at who could be taking the ice on opening night for the Vegas Golden Knights. Between the blockbuster acquisition of Alex Pietrangelo, the departure of Paul Stastny and Nate Schmidt, and the rise of some of

Although the Vegas Golden Knights seem to be enjoying early success in their short time in the NHL, there are certain things that have stopped them from capturing the Stanley Cup. The team’s front office has dealt out some questionable contracts, despite the praise they receive for some. By using emotion rather than logic, this

It has been a strange year for everyone, and Vegas Golden Knights head coach Peter DeBoer is certainly no exception. He took the reins in January after Gerard Gallant’s surprise termination a little over 18 months after he won the Jack Adams Award. In an ironic twist, DeBoer replaced the man who had famously called

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury puts any rumors to rest that there might be some animosity in Vegas when it comes to trade rumors that included him. In Winnipeg, one scribe lists six possible trade destinations for Patrik Laine should the Jets decided to move him. In Edmonton, there was some speculation

The Vegas Golden Knights have traded defenceman Nate Schmidt to the Vancouver Canucks for a 2022 third-round pick. The move came just after they signed Alex Pietrangelo to a big seven-year contract valued at $8.5 million in average annual value (AAV). Rumours were swirling on Sunday that Schmidt was on the move to the Florida

With the 29th selection of the 2020 NHL Draft, the Vegas Golden Knights have selected Brendan Brisson from the Chicago Steel of the USHL. About Brisson Playing in the under-scouted USHL, Brendan Brisson gave scouts a reason to make time for the league that regularly sees talent move on to the NHL. He and the

The Vegas Golden Knights are about to enter their fourth season in the NHL and the team has had great success in its short time in the league. They have been to the Western Conference Final twice and reached the Stanley Cup Final in their miracle first season. Related: 6 NHL Teams That You Might

In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news the San Jose Sharks have three pretty serious questions to answer. Meanwhile, there is talk Alex Pietrangelo might have eyes on a particular team in free agency and it’s not the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Edmonton Oilers have decided not to buy out anyone and a long-time

The Vegas Golden Knights were eliminated from the playoffs by the Dallas Stars in five games. Being touted as early favorites to win the Stanley Cup, Vegas had a lot of pressure riding on them. Ultimately, they were able to advance to their second Western Conference Final in three years. Their early success in the

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there is news on Kris Letang feeling uncertain in Pittsburgh, Robin Lehner and the Vegas Golden Knights are talking deal, and the Chicago Blackhawks have tabled an offer for Corey Crawford to chew on. Finally, in Toronto, there’s more detail on a power forward that is looking at the team

With the NHL down to its final four playoff teams, there are a handful of players who have emerged as front-runners for the Conn Smythe Trophy as postseason MVP. After having scored 25 points in 15 games, Nathan MacKinnon looked like he was going to run away with the award until his Colorado Avalanche lost

Every single year, Canadian fans are force-fed a nonsense narrative that we must back our last remaining city battling through the postseason. That’s beyond illogical, for a number of reasons. I’m here to clear any confusion — with only USA-based cities now remaining — on who all of my Canadian neighbours should be cheering for